Education Director

New York Kids Club • New York, NY

2d • $80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Education Director is a high-impact leadership role designed for an experienced administrator and pedagogue who works hand-in-hand with the Head of School to ensure the highest standards of educational and operational excellence. Unlike a teaching role, this position focuses entirely on school-wide leadership, faculty development, and operational oversight. You will be the primary guardian of our curriculum, providing the formal mentorship, training, and strategic oversight necessary to elevate instructional standards across the location and ensure every classroom and child thrives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in ECE or a related field required
• A NYS Early Childhood Initial or Permanent Certification (B-2 or 1-6) required
• 3-5+ years of lead teaching experience in Pre-K (2-4 year olds) or Kindergarten.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience required
• Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Be a passionate teacher and lifelong learner!

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of the Creative Curriculum or the Tools of the Mind Curriculum across all classrooms, ensuring play-based instruction is executed with fidelity and serves as the gold standard for early childhood education.
• Drive school-wide excellence by conducting regular teacher observations, delivering formal feedback, and facilitating professional development. You are the "teacher of teachers," responsible for onboarding new hires and elevating the craft of veteran staff.
• Collaborate with the Head of School to oversee daily location logistics. You will manage staffing schedules, ensure strict NYC regulatory (DOH) compliance, and maintain organizational efficiency.
• Cultivate a professional culture of accountability, emotional intelligence, and continuous improvement. You will maintain a "safe-to-fail" environment for students while setting high-performance expectations for the faculty.
• Act as a primary leadership point of contact for families, building high-level trust through transparent communication and bridging the gap between classroom milestones and what’s happening at home.

Benefits

• 15 days of PTO upon hire, plus 2 floating holidays and 7 sick/safe days annually. PTO increases with tenure.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you reach your next educational goal.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, plus a 401(k) Plan with Company Contribution
• Commuter programs, discounted fitness memberships, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees