Preschool Principal

Helen Keller Services (HKS); New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(B) matching

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A non-profit organization in education is seeking a Principal for their new Children's Learning Center in Islandia, NY. The Principal will oversee preschool operations and ensure compliance with local regulations while leading a dedicated team. This role requires a Master's degree and at least five years of experience in early childhood special education. Join us for competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, making a significant impact in the community!

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in early childhood special education leadership.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and program development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preschool operations at the Islandia campus.
• Ensure compliance with Suffolk County and local regulations.
• Monitor classroom instruction and support staff development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree in education or related field

Certification as a Special Education Teacher or Teacher of the Visually Impaired

Job description

Helen Keller Services (HKS) pay range

This range is provided by Helen Keller Services (HKS). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Do YOU want to work on a team that is committed to empowering individuals? At Helen Keller Services, our employees work in an environment that is more than just a workplace, it’s a community.

Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or have combined hearing and vision loss. HKS serves in the New York City/Long Island area from its new headquarters in dynamic downtown Brooklyn and the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth and Adults of Sands Point, New York, which has a network of regional offices that extends HKS' reach across the United States. Helen Keller Services for the Blind is thrilled to announce we will be expanding our Children's Learning Center to a brand-new Long Island location in Suffolk County! This state‑of‑the‑art facility will serve preschool children who are blind or have low vision, as well as multiple disabilities, autism, Down syndrome, or pervasive developmental delays. This new facility will be located at 11 Oval Drive in Islandia, NY with plans to open in July 2026. This expansion reflects HKSB’s commitment to ensuring that Long Island families have access to the same high‑quality early education and support services that have transformed lives in Brooklyn. We are currently seeking a full time Principal to oversee preschool operations at our Islandia campus, including staff supervision, program quality, and family partnerships—ensuring an inclusive, high‑support environment for every child we serve.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

About the Role

The Principal will be responsible for executing HKSB’s mission and strategic objectives through the development and operational delivery of services at the Suffolk Children’s Learning Center. This leadership role requires a strong commitment to excellence, compliance, and collaboration. This position is specifically responsible for:

Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities

• Suffolk County and partnering local districts
• Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
• Fire safety regulations pertaining to childcare centers

Leadership & Operations Responsibilities

• Keeping policies and procedures up to date and in compliance with all pertinent regulations
• Monitoring and approving evaluation reports, updates, IEP’s and IFSP’s
• Applying for and monitoring grants that will enrich the CLC Program
• Overseeing contractual services
• Observing and supervising all instructional and therapeutic staff
• Monitoring classroom instruction through observation, review of lesson plans and class schedules
• Developing instructional approaches and curricula based on best practice in the field of vision impairment and multiple disabilities and gauge implementation in the classrooms
• Overseeing and monitoring therapy schedules to assure delivery of services and fulfillment of student mandates
• Conducting and monitoring outreach to increase awareness of CLC programs
• Participating in coalition and committee meetings such as the DDSO Children’s Committee meetings, Grant advisory Board Meetings, etc.
• Monitoring and addressing maintenance needs of the physical plant of the school
• Monitoring monthly school fire drills
• Monitoring transportation services
• Travel required to the Brooklyn CLC on a weekly basis (prior to the Suffolk location opening in mid‑July)

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or related field
• Certification as a Special Education Teacher or Teacher of the Visually Impaired
• Minimum 5 years of experience in early childhood special education leadership
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and program development
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Why Join HKSB?

• Be part of a mission‑driven organization with a proven preschool model
• Lead a dedicated team in a brand‑new facility designed for inclusive education
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Benefits

• 403(B) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Helen Keller Services for the Blind is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Education

Industries

• Non‑profit Organizations