Director of Education- Early Childhood Education

Education Director – Early Childhood EducationLocation: Brooklyn Heights, NY 11201Salary: $100,000 per yearSchedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–6:00/6:30 PM

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About the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and passionate Education Director to lead the launch of a new private daycare and preschool serving children from infancy through age five in Brooklyn Heights.
Our educational philosophy combines the principles of Lev Vygotsky, Maria Montessori, and Jean Piaget, with a strong emphasis on meeting each child where they are developmentally through individualized learning experiences.This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in opening a brand-new location. The selected candidate will initially train at an established Brooklyn preschool before transitioning to the new Brooklyn Heights campus when it opens in September.If you're excited about building a positive school culture from the ground up while supporting children, families, and educators, we'd love to hear from you.
Position SummaryThe Education Director will serve as the operational and educational leader of the new location. This individual will be the primary point of contact for families, staff, and regulatory agencies while ensuring compliance with New York State and New York City early childhood education standards.
We are looking for a proactive, organized leader who enjoys solving problems, building relationships, and creating systems. The ideal candidate is a positive, approachable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and leads by example.
Key ResponsibilitiesEducational & Operational LeadershipLead the daily operations of the preschoolSupport and promote a Vygotsky-based educational philosophy that meets children where they are developmentallyProvide visible onsite leadership throughout the majority of each business dayFoster a positive, collaborative culture among teachers and staffParent & Community RelationsServe as the primary point of contact for parents and familiesConduct tours for prospective familiesHandle parent concerns and escalation calls professionallyMaintain strong communication with families through Brightwheel or a similar childcare management platformCompliance & AdministrationMaintain student and staff files and ensure records remain currentMonitor compliance deadlines and required documentationCoordinate with the Department of Health and Department of EducationPrepare for audits and ensure all regulatory requirements are metComplete required compliance paperwork and submissionsOffice & Facility ManagementOversee front-office operations, including answering phonesOpen and close the facility as neededCoordinate inventory and classroom supply orderingMaintain an organized, welcoming school environment
QualificationsRequiredBachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood EducationMinimum of 2 years of leadership experience in an early childhood education settingMust meet New York State qualifications for an Education Director (not currently on a study plan)Experience with Brightwheel or another childcare management software platformStrong understanding of early childhood developmentFamiliarity with or experience implementing Vygotsky's educational philosophyExcellent organizational, communication, and leadership skillsPreferredExperience working in a private preschool or daycareExperience managing Department of Health and Department of Education complianceCandidates who live in or are familiar with Brooklyn Heights, xzbcwsv Park Slope, or surrounding Brooklyn neighborhoods
What We're Looking ForWe're seeking someone who is:A positive, approachable leaderHighly organized and detail-orientedA natural problem solver with a "figure it out" mindsetExcellent at building relationships with staff and familiesComfortable leading a new location from the ground upCalm under pressure and confident handling multiple priorities
Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $85,000 annuallyPaid Time Off:10 Vacation Days5 Sick Days3 Personal Days6+ Paid HolidaysTraining provided at an established Brooklyn location before the new campus openingOpportunity to play a key leadership role in launching a growing early childhood education center
Required TrainingThe selected candidate must complete or maintain all required New York State training, including:State-required Early Childhood Education trainingFDNY trainingCode ANA and other required regulatory certificationsIf you're passionate about early childhood education and excited about helping launch a new school community, we'd love to hear from you.