Curriculum Director

The Learning Experience; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking a Curriculum Director to lead classroom teams, uphold brand standards, and ensure compliant operations across our centers in New York. You will partner with the Center Director to drive instructional quality and high-performance learning environments that promote safety and happiness for children.

This role requires strong leadership, knowledge of state licensing rules, and a background in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of center leadership and people leadership experience.
• State-specific Administrative or Director credential required.
• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of state licensing rules.
• Must pass background screening and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop center staff and maintain brand standards.
• Ensure licensing compliance and health/safety policies are followed.
• Conduct monthly classroom observations and provide feedback.
• Oversee enrollment and family engagement activities.
• Manage center budget and support profitability goals.

Skills

People leadership

Curriculum management

Center leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

Job description

Benefits:

• Childcare Benefit
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance

Join the fastest growing Academy of Early Education in the nation where “Happy Happens Here”! At The Learning Experience, our Curriculum Directors are ambassadors of happiness, guiding our educators and championing excellence in every classroom. In partnership with the Center Director, Curriculum Directors foster a joyful, safe, and high-performing learning environment, ensuring brand standards, instructional quality, and operational effectiveness are met with care and consistency.

Compensation: $48,000- $50,000

Core Attributes:

· Passion for Impact: A heart that beats for children's developmental needs and happiness.

· Growth Mindset: An unyielding belief in the potential of every child and a drive to empower educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences.

Role Responsibilities:

People

· Support efforts to ensure the center is fully staffed with well-trained teachers.

· Maintain a high-quality teaching team that demonstrates professionalism and upholds brand standards.

· Conduct and document monthly staff development meetings using TLE-provided content.

· Demonstrate strategic thinking and problem-solving using all available resources.

· Prioritize employee retention and accountability with clear feedback and coaching.

· Promptly address and resolve parent and staff concerns at the center level.

Enrollment

· Support the center’s marketing plan to drive enrollment and family retention.

· Post engaging photos and captions on social media platforms regularly.

· Secure positive customer reviews monthly.

· Ensure teachers are leveraging parent communication tools effectively.

· Support brand initiative implementation and family engagement strategies.

Profitability

· Contribute to efforts that support the center’s profit margin (EBITDA) budget.

· Remain knowledgeable about current budget goals and resource needs.

Standards and Quality

· Uphold all health, safety, and licensing standards throughout the center.

· Prioritize supervision practices and center-wide compliance with individual medical and dietary needs.

· Proactively maintain the physical center environment to be organized, clean, and tour-ready.

· Ensure full compliance with The Learning Experience curriculum and brand standards.

· Demonstrate and apply working knowledge of TLE Curriculum and Brand Integration for training and classroom success.

· Maintain high-quality teacher and student interactions.

· Ensure student assessments are completed with quality and accuracy each assessment period.

· Manage family conferences at least two times per year.

· Conduct formal classroom observations monthly.

· Replenish center materials and inventory in alignment with center budget.

· Take initiative, operate autonomously, and make thoughtful decisions to support staff, families, and business operations.

Qualifications:

· Two or more years of center leadership, curriculum management, and people leadership experience highly preferred. At least one year required.

· Must possess state-specific Administrative or Director credential and meet all applicable state guidelines for the role.

· Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field highly preferred.

· Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

· Must meet all applicable background screening, health, and safety training requirements.