Job Description

EDUCATION DIRECTOR 

The Education Director is responsible for overseeing all operational and program planning of the Preschool. Responsibilities include supervision of Preschool, Curriculum Planning/development, staff training, family relations, community support, and supporting the needs of the Preschool.

The Director shall possess energy, passion, and strong leadership skills to promote a warm and nurturing environment for children, parents, teachers, and community alike.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the Preschool, including daily operations & administration, teacher hiring, parent relations, and set educational goals
• Oversee the implementation of a Reggio-inspired Mandarin Immersion curriculum for the preschool
• Responsible for ensuring that preschool is compliant with local Health Codes
• Supervise and train the Teachers and Administrative staff
• Oversee all professional development for the preschool staff and coordinate with outside consultants on educational matters
• Develop and coordinate teacher orientation, training, and annual evaluations
• Assist teachers with tasks as needed (e.g. guidance on setting up appropriate activities, portfolios, administrative tasks, parent meetings, etc.) and ongoing email communication with families
• Work with the Executive Director on all budget items for the Preschool, including annual and monthly budget updates and submissions, and ongoing oversight of the preschool budget
• Must be familiar with ECERs, ITERs, CLASS rating system

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required
• 2 or more years’ experience as a Education Director
• Firm understanding of the Emilia-Reggio approach a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as computer skills
• Demonstrated strong supervisory, management, mentorship, and interpersonal skills
• Solid working knowledge of Early Childhood Education and NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene, Article 47 of the NYC Health Code
• Experience in a management or supervisory role

Benefits:

• Health benefits.
• Discounts for employee’s children on all our programs
• 401K and commuter benefits
• Paid Holidays and school breaks

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely

• No

How to Apply

Please email cover letter and resume to hr@klpreschool.com.

Bureaus: New York. Job Categories: Full-Time. Job Types: Principal or Vice Principal. Salaries: 80,000 - 100,000.