Educational Operations Lead | Academy of Enlightened Minds

Own how this school runs.

A great school is not built on ideas alone.
It is built on how well those ideas are executed—every day, at a high standard.

When operations are strong, everything works:
Schedules are fluid.
Communication is clear.

Children can thrive.
Families feel it.

We’re looking for someone to take ownership of that.

Our School

We are not a typical school.

Montessori is our foundation—but not our limit.

We focus on how children learn, respond to challenges, and begin to see themselves and see the world around them.

We support the whole child—academic, emotional, physical, spiritual, social, and psychological development.

Our environment is:

• holistic
• growth-focused
• community-driven
• built to develop confident, capable, and self-aware children

Our program integrates:

• Strong academic foundations
• With a dedicated focus on emotional development, early mindset, and belief formation
• Holistic health — including movement, nutrition (with whole organic food), overall well-being, and naturopathic wellness-informed support
• Connection to nature — through outdoor experiences and an environment that extends beyond the classroom
• Leadership, independence, responsibility, and real-life skills

We work closely with families—because alignment between home and school matters.

The foundation is strong. Now we are raising the standard.

The Role

This is an educational operations leadership role.

You will:

• own day-to-day operations
• build and improve systems
• solve problems before they escalate
• ensure a high standard across the school

Your job is simple:

Make the school run clearly, smoothly, and consistently—while improving how it runs over time.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily operations and ensure everything is consistently organized, runs smoothly, and is on time
• Build and refine systems (scheduling, communication, tracking)
• Support teachers by removing operational friction
• Maintain a high standard across environment, materials, and organization
• Coordinate clear, warm, professional communication with the team and families
• Solve problems quickly and at the root

What We’re Looking For

You:

• take ownership
• think ahead and plan
• follow through with detail
• stay organized under pressure
• make strong decisions without waiting for direction

You don’t just manage tasks.
You improve how things work.

This Role Is Not for You If

• you need constant direction
• you struggle with organization
• you avoid responsibility
• you prefer routine over problem-solving

This Role Is for You If

• you take pride in things running well
• you enjoy building systems and solving problems
• you care about precision, clarity, and high standards
• you want to help build something meaningful

Requirements

• Experience in operations, coordination, or similar roles is crucial
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and planning ability
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Vulnerable Sector Check and clean record
• Clear, warm, and professional communication skills
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and take ownership
• Proficient in managing multiple priorities effectively
• Strong collaboration skills
• Professional, composed, positive, and reliable demeanor
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and comfortable using digital tools
• Quick to learn and adapt to new applications, systems, and technology
• Open-minded and committed to continuous personal and professional growth
• A genuine passion for children, development, health, and the outdoors

Strong Assets

• Experience in a classroom environment
• Curriculum development experience
• Strong understanding of child development

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

• References
• Copies of certificates of the aforementioned qualifications
• A clear vulnerable sector screening
• Standard First Aid/CPR certification, or proof of enrollment in course

If this resonates

Send your resume to:

Contact: Adrian

Email: [email protected]

Location: High Park/Roncesvalles

Website: www.enlightenedminds.ca