Educational Director

Little Scholars Learning Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium early childhood education company is seeking an Educational Director in New York, NY to lead the curriculum, support teacher development, and ensure compliance with educational standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in Early Childhood Education and experience leading early childhood teams. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. This role is vital for maintaining high educational quality and fostering positive relationships with parents and staff. Join a team committed to excellence in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teachers in a preschool or early childhood setting.
• Calm, organized, and confident under pressure.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum implementation across all classrooms.
• Serve as the primary educational point of contact for families.
• Ensure full compliance with NYC DOHMH / Article 47 regulations.
• Partner closely with the leadership team.

Skills

Educational leadership

Strong communication

Team management

Knowledge of NYC childcare regulations

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)

Job description

The Educational Director is the academic and cultural leader of a Little Scholars center. This role is responsible for educational quality, teacher development, parent experience, and regulatory excellence. You set the tone, uphold the standards, and ensure that every classroom reflects the values and expectations of Little Scholars.

This is a leadership role for someone who is confident, emotionally intelligent, and deeply committed to early childhood excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Leadership

• Lead curriculum implementation across all classrooms
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide actionable coaching
• Ensure developmentally appropriate, engaging, and emotionally responsive learning environments
• Maintain consistent academic and behavioral standards
• Coach, mentor, and hold teachers and TAs accountable
• Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management
• Identify growth opportunities and implement improvement plans
• Build a professional, respectful, and high-performing team culture

Parent Experience

• Serve as the primary educational point of contact for families
• Communicate clearly, confidently, and empathetically
• Manage parent concerns and escalations with professionalism
• Foster trust and long-term relationships with families

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure full compliance with NYC DOHMH / Article 47 regulations
• Maintain documentation, ratios, and classroom readiness
• Prepare for and lead inspections successfully
• Enforce Little Scholars policies and standards consistently

Operational Partnership

• Partner closely with the leadership team
• Support tours by articulating educational philosophy and value
• Participate in leadership meetings and execute company initiatives
• Contribute to enrollment retention and overall center success

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Experience leading teachers in a preschool or early childhood setting
• Strong understanding of NYC childcare regulations
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills
• Calm, organized, and confident under pressure

What Success Looks Like

• Engaged, supported, and accountable teachers
• Confident, trusting parents
• Strong inspections and staff retention
• A center that consistently feels aligned with the Little Scholars brand

Little Scholars is a premium early childhood education company founded in New York City in 2013. We operate multiple high-quality preschools across the city, serving families who value excellence, emotional intelligence, and thoughtful education.

Our approach blends strong academics, social-emotional development, and a warm, joyful environment where children, families, and educators thrive. We believe great schools are built on great leadership, clear standards, and deep respect for the work we do every day.

At Little Scholars, we don’t aim to be the biggest—we aim to be the best.