Teaching Education Director
About The Position
The Teaching Education Director is a high-impact, hybrid leadership role designed for an experienced preschool educator who balances strong classroom instruction with location level teacher support and management. Spending part of the day leading an inclusive 2s, 3s, or 4s classroom using Creative Curriculum or Tools of the Mind, you will model pedagogical excellence while creating the building blocks for lifelong learning. The remainder of your day is dedicated to location leadership, where you will support daily operations and staffing, conduct teacher observations, and provide the formal mentorship and training necessary to onboard new hires and elevate instructional standards across your location.
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.
- Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of leadership experience preferred
- Be a passionate teacher and lifelong learner!
Responsibilities
- Lead an inclusive 2s, 3s, or 4s classroom using Creative Curriculum or Tools of the Mind Curriculum, modeling strong, play-based instruction that serves as the gold standard for the entire location.
- Drive school-wide excellence by conducting regular teacher observations, delivering formal feedback, and ensuring curriculum alignment and program quality.
- Step beyond the classroom to oversee daily location logistics, ensuring appropriate staffing, NYC regulatory compliance, and organizational efficiency.
- Maintain a "safe-to-fail" environment for students while simultaneously cultivating a professional culture of accountability, emotional intelligence, and continuous improvement for the staff.
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
