Assistant Director

Imagine Early Learning Centers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP retirement plan

Vacation and sick days

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life and AD&D insurance

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Childcare discount

Professional development

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Job summary

Imagine Early Learning Centers on the Upper East Side is seeking an Assistant Director to partner with our Directors in shaping a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children and families. You will help oversee our growing licensed preschool, mentor teachers, and manage daily operations while aligning with state regulations.

A 4-year degree in ECE or related field, NYS Birth-2 certification, and leadership experience in licensed centers are required; ESOP ownership opportunities are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• NYS State Certification in Birth-2.
• Master's in ECE or progress toward degree.
• Minimum 2 years in licensed child care or preschool as Head Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support staff of teachers.
• Build relationships with children and families.
• Manage daily center operations.
• Support the Director with center operations.
• Collaborate with Business Operations Manager and leadership.
• Hire, train, supervise, and guide teachers and staff.
• Communicate with parents and address questions.
• Maintain health, safety, and records.
• Provide classroom coverage as needed.
• Ensure compliance with state childcare regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

NYS Certification Birth-2

Master's in ECE (in progress or completed)

4 Year Degree

Job description

• Location 60 East 97th Street,Manhattan, NY, 10029,United States
• Base Pay $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Education Director, Childcare, Early Childhood Education
• Employee Type Full-Time Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

Description

Are you a passionate early childhood educator ready to step into leadership?

At Mt. Sinai Kids, we believe playful learning starts with supported staff. We are looking for an Assistant Director to partner with our Directors in shaping a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children on the Upper East Side. This candidate will help oversee our growing child care center.

Imagine is 100% Employee-Owned , you won’t just help operate Imagine Mt. Sinai, you’ll have an ownership stake in the company you are helping to build.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and support our amazing team of teachers
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families
• Help manage daily center operations
• Provide support to the Director with managing center operations
• Work closely with the Business Operations Manager and company leadership team.
• Hire, train, supervise, and guide teachers and staff.
• Communicate regularly with parents and address their questions
• Maintain accurate health, safety, and operational records
• Provide classroom coverage as needed
• Ensure full compliance with state childcare and safety regulations

Requirements

Qualifications

• A love for young children and progressive early education.
• Experience in a licensed preschool or child care center.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field,
• NYS State Certification in Birth-2
• Master’s in ECE in progress or completed
• Minimum 2 years working in a licensed child care or preschool setting as a Head Teacher
• Strong leadership, organization and communication skills

What we offer

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) qualified Retirement Benefit Plan. Eligible employees receive this retirement benefit, at no cost.
• Full-Time employees accrue 17 Vacation Days and 7 Sick Days annually
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Prudential Life and AD&D Insurances - 1x annual salary, at no cost
• Commuter - Transit (Subway, Bus, Train, Parking)
• Voluntary Insurances: Short-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital
• Tuition Reimbursement/Degree Incentive Reward
• Wellness: Mental Health - 3 Therapy visits per year, at no cost.
• Childcare Discount where available
• Professional Development
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Summary

Who We Are

Imagine Early Learning Centers, an employee owned child care management company, operates ten twelve quality, full day licensed and NAEYC accredited Early Childhood centers in the NY metro area for children 6 weeks to 5-years-old. With state of the art facilities, professional development opportunities for promotion, a teamwork approach to classroom and center management, and a creative and rewarding work environment, Imagine maintains a satisfied and talented teacher staff. At Imagine, we know children, as well as staff and families, thrive in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Staff, children and families alike are valued as individuals and as members of our diverse community.

Additional information

Imagine Early Learning Centers is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.