Education Director (Early Childhood)

Description

Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000/year

Reports to: Head of School

Schedule: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm (this role is year-round)

Location: Court Square, LIC  

Accessible from: 7, E, F and G train @ Court Square Station-  5 minute walk 

About us:

New York Preschool & Kids Club is a premium early childhood education and enrichment platform serving modern New York families through high-quality preschool education, enrichment programming, extended day, and summer camp experiences . With multiple schools across NYC and private-equity backing, NYPKC is building a best-in-class operating platform, delivering on the full family experience for children and parents.

About the Role

The Education Director is responsible for leading program quality, teacher development, and curriculum execution within the school.

This role serves as the instructional leader of the building — ensuring classrooms consistently deliver a high-quality, play-based educational experience aligned to NYPKC standards and curriculum expectations.

The Education Director partners closely with teachers through coaching, observations, modeling, and professional development while also helping maintain strong operational and regulatory oversight across the school.

This is a full-year leadership role focused primarily on educational leadership and team development, while also stepping into classrooms as needed to support staffing, classroom quality, and operational continuity.

What You’ll Do

Lead Program Quality & Curriculum Execution

• Ensure strong implementation of Creative Curriculum and/or Tools of the Mind across classrooms
• Maintain consistent, high-quality classroom environments rooted in play-based learning
• Support lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional best practices
• Partner with teachers to ensure developmental goals and learning outcomes are met

Coach & Develop Teachers

• Conduct classroom observations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
• Support onboarding and development of new teachers
• Help build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth
• Identify opportunities for teacher development and instructional improvement

Support School Operations & Compliance

• Partner with the Head of School on staffing coverage and daily school operations
• Help ensure classrooms remain compliant with DOH and licensing requirements
• Support classroom organization, schedules, and operational consistency
• Step into classrooms as needed to support staffing and maintain quality

Partner with Families

• Build strong, trusting relationships with families
• Support parent communication around student development and classroom experiences
• Help families feel connected to their child’s educational journey and school community

Contribute to School Culture

• Help create a positive, professional, and team-oriented environment
• Model emotional intelligence, professionalism, and strong leadership
• Support a school culture where both children and teachers feel safe, supported, and challenged to grow

What Success Looks Like

• Every classroom in the building reflects a high-level execution of our curriculum, and students consistently meet or exceed developmental benchmarks and love coming to our programs.
• Teaching staff shows consistent instructional quality, and new hires feel supported and prepared to step into their roles after training is complete.
• The school location runs smoothly, and your leadership ensures that daily operations, safety protocols, and DOH requirements are met with consistency and organization.
• Parent satisfaction and student retention are high, driven by both your instructional ability and your capacity to ensure families feel connected to what is happening in the classroom.
• You have cultivated a high-performance, safe, and supported environment amongst students and staff where staff turnover is low, teacher engagement is high, and the school is recognized as a premier NYC location for early childhood programs.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in ECE or a related field required
• Certification: A NYS Early Childhood Initial or Permanent Certification (B-2 or 1-6) required
• Experience: 3-5+ years of lead teaching experience in Pre-K (2-4 year olds) or Kindergarten.
• Leadership: At least 1 year of leadership experience required
• Special Edge: Be a passionate teacher and lifelong learner!

Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• The Time Off: 15 PTO days upon hire, plus 2 floating holidays and 7 sick/safe days annually. PTO increases with tenure, and our company-wide Winter Break Closure gives teams additional time to rest and recharge.
• Career Investment: Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you reach your next educational goal.
• Comprehensive Care: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, plus a 401(k) Plan with Company Contribution
• The Extras: Commuter programs, discounted fitness memberships, and more!

Physical Demands:

The role involves standing, walking, sitting, constant movement, and occasional climbing. The ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds is required. Specific sensory abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.

Inclusivity and Diversity:

NY Preschool & Kids Club is committed to an inclusive and diverse community. We celebrate differences, leading with kindness and respect. We are an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination based on various factors.

Accommodations:

The NY Preschool & Kids Club complies with ADA requirements. If you need accommodation in completing the application, please contact [email protected].