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Near North Montessori School

Director of Institutional Advancement

Start Date: on or before July 1, 2026

Co-ed Day School, 6 months – grade 8

560 students

1434 West Division St, Chicago, IL 60642 

Educators Collaborative is pleased to be assisting Near North Montessori School in their search for a Director of Institutional Advancement to begin on or before July 1, 2026. This is a senior leadership role at a pivotal moment for the school, offering an opportunity to strengthen advancement strategy, build trust, and advance Near North Montessori’s long-term sustainability in close partnership with the Head of School and Board of Directors.

About the School

Near North Montessori School (NNM) is one of the nation’s most respected and enduring Montessori institutions. The school’s mission is to guide the development of each child to reach their fullest potential—academically, socially, emotionally, and ethically—by providing an authentic Montessori education rooted in independence, curiosity, and responsibility.

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About the Position

Read the full Opportunity Statement.

Inquiries may be directed to Carol Santos or George Sanderson: 

Carol Santos, Partner, Educators Collaborative

csantos@educatorscollaborative.com

George Sanderson, Partner, Educators Collaborative

gsanderson@educatorscollaborative.com

Listing Date: January 15, 2026