Benefits:

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Education Director – Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen (New York, NY) Salary: $80,000–$100,000 per year Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Shape Exceptional Early Learning Experiences

The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen is seeking an experienced and passionate Education Director to lead the academic excellence of our school. This leadership role is ideal for an accomplished early childhood educator who thrives on coaching teachers, maintaining high instructional standards, and ensuring every child receives an engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experience.

As Education Director, you will serve as the instructional leader of the school, partnering with the Center Director to support curriculum implementation, teacher development, classroom quality, and compliance with all New York City and New York State early childhood education regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Leadership

Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum

Conduct regular classroom observations and provide meaningful coaching and feedback to teaching staff

Mentor and develop Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and support staff through ongoing professional development

Ensure classrooms provide engaging, age-appropriate, and developmentally sound learning experiences

Monitor child assessments and support teachers in documenting developmental progress

Compliance & Quality

Maintain compliance with all New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations, as applicable

Ensure all educational practices meet licensing requirements and accreditation standards

Support onboarding, training, and professional development for new educators

Maintain accurate staff training records and educational documentation

Family & School Partnership

Build strong relationships with families by supporting conferences, classroom communication, and educational events

Collaborate with the Center Director to promote enrollment growth and family retention

Foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and educational excellence

Qualifications

Must meet all New York City Education Director qualification requirements under applicable DOHMH and/or OCFS licensing regulations

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field required

New York State Teacher Certification (Birth–Grade 2 or equivalent) strongly preferred, when applicable

Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in an early childhood education setting

Demonstrated experience coaching teachers and improving classroom quality

Thorough knowledge of New York City and New York State childcare licensing regulations

Outstanding leadership, organizational, and communication skills

What We Offer

Competitive salary of $80,000–$100,000 per year

Performance bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development and continuing education support

Employee childcare discount

Collaborative leadership team

Opportunity to shape the educational program at one of Manhattan's premier early childhood schools

Apply Today

If you're an experienced educational leader who is passionate about developing teachers, inspiring young learners, and creating exceptional classroom experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Join The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen and help lead a school where children, teachers, and families thrive every day.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.