Early Childhood Site Director

The New Orleans Jewish Community Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and vision coverage

Dental coverage optional

Pension Benefit plan

Generous Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The New Orleans Jewish Community Center seeks an experienced Early Childhood Site Director to manage the nursery and preschool program in Brooklyn. The ideal candidate must guide staff and create a nurturing environment while adhering to licensing standards.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education, a valid NYS Teaching Certificate, and prior leadership experience in early childhood settings. Knowledge of Jewish culture is preferred. Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of documented experience in an early childhood setting.
• Prior leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the nursery/preschool.
• Supervise and support teachers and staff.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and safety requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to build relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Valid NYS Teaching Certificate

Job description

Early Childhood Site Director
Kings Bay YM-YWHA INC.
3495 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11229

JCC Brooklyn is seeking an experienced and dedicated Early Childhood Site Director to oversee the daily operations of our nursery/preschool program (3 classrooms). The Site Director will provide strong leadership to teaching staff, support a warm and nurturing environment for children and families, and ensure the program operates in compliance with all applicable licensing, health, safety, and organizational standards.

The ideal candidate is a professional early childhood leader with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, children, and families. Familiarity with Jewish culture, traditions, holidays, and community values is strongly preferred. Hebrew language skills are also strongly preferred, as many families in our program communicate in Hebrew.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery/preschool site.
• Supervise, support, and guide teachers and classroom staff.
• Ensure classrooms maintain a safe, warm, developmentally appropriate, and engaging environment.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and families.
• Support enrollment, family engagement, school events, and program communication.
• Ensure compliance with DOH, licensing, safety, and organizational requirements.
• Assist with staff scheduling, coverage, attendance, and performance matters.
• Partner with leadership to maintain high program quality and address concerns as they arise.
• Support Jewish holiday programming, cultural activities, and community-building initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all staff and family matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field approved by the Department required.
• Valid NYS Teaching Certificate required, Initial or Professional accepted.
• Minimum of 2 years of documented experience as a group teacher in an early childhood setting required.
• Prior leadership experience in an early childhood, nursery, preschool, or childcare setting required.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development and classroom operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise staff, manage parent communication, and resolve issues professionally.
• Familiarity with Jewish culture, traditions, holidays, and community values strongly preferred.
• Hebrew language skills strongly preferred, based on the communication needs of families served by the program.
• Must meet all applicable licensing and regulatory requirements for the position.
• Warm, professional, mature, and steady leadership style.
• Strong judgment and ability to handle sensitive situations appropriately.
• Comfortable working with a diverse community of families and staff.
• Ability to create a welcoming environment that reflects the values and culture of the program.
• Health and vision coverage & dental coverage optional.
• Pension Benefit plan, after one year, with agency contribution.
• Life insurance, Optional 403(b) plan & parental leave.
• Generous Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid federal and additional holidays.
• Employee program discounts.
• Employee referral program.
• Professional development opportunities – conferences and licenses.

Schedule

• Full-time, in-person position. Regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Occasional flexibility may be needed to support program operations and responsibilities.

Location

• 1224 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218
• $80,000 - $100,000 commensurate with experience