Supervisor of Early Childhood

Paterson Public School District; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District in Paterson, New Jersey, seeks a Supervisor of Early Childhood to oversee preschool programs and lead professional development aligned with best practices. This role requires strong English communication and collaboration with staff, families, and the community.

Qualified candidates hold a NJ Supervisor Certification, a Master’s degree, and at least 10 years of preschool experience (5 years in teaching). Bilingual ability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hold a NJ Supervisor Certification.
• Masters degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of ten years experience in preschool; at least five years in teaching preschool.
• Valid NJ P-3 or N-8 certification.
• Strong understanding of the Creative Curriculum for Preschool.
• Experience providing professional development activities in early childhood.
• Knowledge of early childhood programs and developmentally appropriate best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, parents and community.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to work within a team setting.

Skills

Communication in English

Team collaboration

Bilingual

Education

Masters degree

NJ P-3 or N-8 certification

Job description

Paterson Public School District 705 EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Supervisor of Early Childhood

Paterson Public School District 705 EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5929074

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Hold a NJ Supervisor Certification
• Hold a Masters degree from an accredited institution (College or University)
• Have a minimum of ten (10) years experience in preschool; at least five years in teaching preschool
• Valid NJ P-3 or N-8 certification
• Strong understanding of the Creative Curriculum for Preschool
• Experience providing professional development activities (early childhood preferred)
• Knowledge and experience with early childhood programs and developmentally appropriate best practices
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, parents and community
• Bilingual preferred
• Ability to work within a team setting

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­rmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $84,401 to $125,550 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]