Preschool Education Director

The Learning Experience`; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen in New York, NY is seeking an experienced Preschool Education Director to lead curriculum quality, teacher development, and educational excellence across our early childhood program.

As part of the center's leadership team, you will work with the Center Director to ensure engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences every day, coach teachers, and uphold licensing standards. This role demands strong instructional leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• New York City Education Director qualification requirements.
• 3+ years of early childhood education leadership experience.
• Experience coaching and developing early childhood teachers.
• Knowledge of NYC childcare licensing requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of LEAP Curriculum across centers.
• Conduct classroom observations, coaching, and feedback.
• Mentor Lead and Assistant Teachers and staff.
• Maintain classroom quality and educational practices.
• Support lesson planning, child assessments, and documentation.
• Identify PD needs and provide ongoing training.
• Partner with Center Director on staffing and family retention.
• Ensure licensing compliance and documentation.
• Build relationships with families and communicate effectively.
• Support onboarding of new educators.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Teacher development

Child development

Licensing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

New York State Teaching Certification in ECE Birth-Grade 2

Job description

Preschool Education Director - Early Childhood Education

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

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

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen is seeking an experienced Preschool Education Director to lead curriculum quality, teacher development, and educational excellence across our early childhood program.

This is a leadership opportunity for an accomplished early childhood educator who is passionate about developing great teachers and creating exceptional classroom experiences. Working alongside the Center Director, you will serve as the school's educational leader and help ensure children receive engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback to teachers
• Mentor and develop Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and classroom support staff
• Maintain high standards for classroom quality and educational practice
• Support lesson planning, child assessments, and developmental documentation
• Identify professional development needs and provide ongoing teacher training
• Support onboarding and development of new educators
• Ensure classrooms and educational practices meet applicable licensing requirements
• Maintain required educational, training, and compliance documentation
• Build positive relationships with families and support educational communication
• Partner with the Center Director on staffing, family retention, enrollment, and school quality
• Foster a positive culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

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
• 3+ years of early childhood education leadership experience preferred
• Experience coaching and developing early childhood teachers required
• Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice
• Knowledge of applicable New York City childcare licensing requirements
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

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

What We Offer

• $80,000-$100,000 annual salary
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Employee childcare discount
• Collaborative leadership team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on curriculum quality and teacher development

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.