Preschool Education Director

The Learning Experience - Hell’s Kitchen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee childcare discount

Paid training and development

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative leadership team

Job summary

The Learning Experience Corp. in New York City is seeking a Preschool Education Director to lead curriculum quality, instructional practices, and teacher development across our early childhood program.

You will work alongside the Center Director to coach teachers, strengthen classroom practices, and ensure developmentally appropriate learning experiences daily in a full-time role Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• New York City Education Director qualification requirements preferred.
• Coaching and developing early childhood teachers required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Educational Excellence: oversee L.E.A.P. Curriculum and classroom quality.
• Coach and Develop Teachers: mentor Lead/Assistant Teachers and provide instructional coaching.
• Support School Operations: ensure licensing compliance and maintain documentation.
• Build Strong Family Relationships: communicate curriculum and development with families.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Curriculum implementation

Teacher development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

NYC ECE Teacher Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Location: The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY

Salary: $80,000-$100,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced early childhood education leader who loves developing teachers and creating exceptional learning experiences?

The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen is seeking a Preschool Education Director to lead curriculum quality, instructional practices, and teacher development across our early childhood program.

Working alongside the Center Director, you'll serve as the school's educational leader, coaching teachers, strengthening classroom practices, and ensuring children receive engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences every day.

We're looking for someone who leads by example, builds trust with educators, and takes pride in helping both children and teachers succeed.

What You'll Do

Lead Educational Excellence

• Oversee implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Maintain high standards for classroom quality, lesson planning, and educational practices
• Conduct classroom observations and provide meaningful feedback
• Support developmental assessments, documentation, and individualized learning needs

Coach and Develop Teachers

• Mentor Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and classroom support staff
• Identify training needs and provide ongoing instructional coaching
• Support onboarding, professional development, and teacher performance
• Build a collaborative teaching culture focused on growth and accountability

Support School Operations

• Ensure educational practices meet applicable New York City childcare licensing requirements
• Maintain required educational, training, and compliance documentation
• Partner with the Center Director on staffing, family retention, enrollment, and school quality
• Support classroom coverage and operational needs when necessary

Build Strong Family Relationships

• Communicate with families about curriculum, child development, and learning progress
• Support family engagement and address educational questions or concerns
• Help create a welcoming school environment where families feel confident in their child's education

Qualifications

• Must meet applicable New York City Education Director qualification requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field required
• New York State Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2), or equivalent, strongly preferred where applicable
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing early childhood teachers required
• 3+ years of early childhood education leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum implementation, and developmentally appropriate practices
• Knowledge of New York City childcare licensing and educational requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Must meet applicable background screening and regulatory requirements

What We Offer

• $80,000-$100,000 annual salary, based on experience and qualifications
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with available company match
• Employee childcare discount
• Paid training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative leadership team and supportive work environment

The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.