Head of Early Childhood Education

Elevated Inc.; Tenafly (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades in Tenafly, NJ is seeking creative, enthusiastic Early Childhood Head Educators to create loving, nurturing, and safe learning environments for children and families. The program serves ages three months to five years in a year‑round setting with 20+ classrooms.

Responsibilities include planning developmentally appropriate experiences, supervising two to three assistants, building positive relationships with children and parents, and ensuring a safe classroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Knowledge of growth and development of young children and emergent curriculum is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Judaic background preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and implement developmentally appropriate experiences for the class.
• Supervise two or three assistant educators and work as part of a teaching team.
• Develop positive relationships with each child and families through observation and communication.
• Maintain a safe, inviting classroom environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents via daily interactions, newsletters, photos, emails, and conferences.
• Attend staff meetings at various levels and participate actively

Skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Early Childhood Education or related degree

Job description

The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades in Tenafly, NJ is seeking creative, enthusiastic Early Childhood Head Educators to create loving, nurturing, and safe learning environments for children and families. The program serves ages three months to five years in a year‑round setting with 20+ classrooms.

Responsibilities include planning developmentally appropriate experiences, supervising two to three assistants, building positive relationships with children and parents, and ensuring a safe classroom.