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Job description
Benefits:
Bonus opportunities
Professional development
State-of-the-Art facilities
Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Step into a once-in-a-career opportunity to join us on the ground floor – literally – as our Director of Education for a brand-new Goddard School® in Lenox Hill!
Our two-story, 15,000 sq. ft. school is home to clean, bright, and spacious classrooms, two well-equipped multi-purpose rooms, and much more, all built from the ground up to foster children's natural curiosity through play-based activities, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning.
We’re seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee daily operations, support a team of dedicated educators and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. As our Director of Education, you’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our award-winning Wonder of Learning® curriculum and build strong school-family-community relationships.
Nurture your growth. Empower your success.
Director of Education Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Administration: Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards
Staff Management: Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team
Curriculum and Program Development: Implement our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program*, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning
Family and Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community
Health and Safety: In partnership with our Director of Operations, maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree (Master’s preferred) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
NYS Teaching certification in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, or Special Education (Birth-2nd or 1st-6th)
At least three (3) years of experience teaching in early childhood education and at least one (1) year in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices, team leadership, facilitating professional development, and instructional coaching.
Be a strong culture carrier and model the attitude, connection, and motivation expected of our incredible teachers
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
A genuine love for children and commitment to high-quality education
Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements
As the Education Director, the benefits you will receive include:
Twenty-Nine (29) paid personal days per year which includes twelve (12) paid personal days per calendar year, five (5) paid personal days between Christmas and New Year's Day when the school is closed and seven (7) paid holidays per calendar year.
Five (5) sick days per year
Employer will match up to 3% of your contributions to the 401K plan
Employees will be eligible for annual performance-based pay increases
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Subsidized health and dental insurance
*Wonder of Learning® is our exclusive education program designed to embrace how children learn best — through play and curiosity. Our curriculum is designed to make learning enjoyable while instilling vital 21st-century skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and social-emotional relationships.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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