Hands-On ECE Curriculum Leader & Teacher Coach

The Learning Experience; Edgewater Park Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Edgewater Park, NJ is seeking a Curriculum / Program Director to lead instructional quality across classrooms. This hands-on leadership role involves classroom presence, coaching teachers, and shaping developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children.

You will observe instruction, provide feedback, plan professional development, and partner with center leadership to maintain high standards, growth, and a warm nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Early childhood education passion and child development understanding
• Experienced educator with a track record of high-quality teaching
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills for teachers
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Hands-on in classrooms, not solely desk-based responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum quality and implementation across classrooms
• Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers
• Partner with teachers to identify growth opportunities and professional development needs
• Provide hands-on classroom support and model effective teaching strategies
• Assist with lesson planning, classroom management, and learning activities
• Develop and lead ongoing teacher training and professional development
• Foster a positive culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and growth
• Monitor classroom environments for engagement, safety, and responsiveness to diverse needs
• Collaborate with leadership to address challenges and devise solutions
• Support onboarding, mentoring, and ongoing coaching for new teachers
• Ensure classrooms meet the center’s educational standards and expectations
• Maintain strong communication with Center Director and leadership about curriculum and staff development
• Promote a warm, nurturing learning environment where children Learn. Play. Grow.

Job description

The Learning Experience® is a rapidly expanding early childhood education franchise dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children, families, and communities. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and community impact, we provide a nurturing environment where our team members can grow professionally and personally.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced, and dedicated Curriculum / Program Director to join our Edgewater Park team and help ensure that every child receives a high-quality, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experience.

The Program Director will play a key role in maintaining the quality and consistency of our curriculum while providing ongoing support, guidance, and professional development to our teaching team. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys being in the classrooms, working alongside teachers, observing instruction, and helping educators grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the quality and implementation of the center’s curriculum across all classrooms.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive feedback and coaching to teachers.
• Work closely with teachers to identify strengths, areas for growth, and opportunities for professional development.
• Provide hands-on classroom support, modeling effective teaching strategies and assisting teachers when needed.
• Support teachers with lesson planning, classroom management, learning activities, and implementation of curriculum.
• Develop and lead ongoing teacher training and professional development.
• Help create a positive culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Monitor classroom environments to ensure they are engaging, organized, safe, and supportive of children's individual needs.
• Partner with teachers and leadership to address challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Support new teachers through onboarding, mentoring, and ongoing coaching.
• Help ensure that classrooms are meeting the center’s educational standards and expectations.
• Maintain strong communication with the Center Director and leadership team regarding curriculum, classroom quality, and teacher development.
• Promote a warm, positive, and nurturing learning environment where children can Learn. Play. Grow.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about early childhood education and child development
• An experienced educator who understands what high-quality teaching looks like
• A strong coach and mentor who enjoys helping teachers become their best
• Comfortable giving constructive feedback in a supportive and encouraging way
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities
• A confident communicator and collaborative team member
• Hands-on and willing to be in the classrooms, not just behind a desk
• Positive, energetic, and committed to creating an exceptional experience for both children and teachers.If you are an early childhood professional who believes that great teachers deserve great support, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to help create a truly exceptional educational program, we would love to hear from you.