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

Preschool Education Director - Early Childhood Education Location: The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY Salary: $80,000-$100,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen is seeking an experienced Preschool Education Director to lead curriculum quality, teacher development, and educational excellence across our early childhood program.

This is a leadership opportunity for an accomplished early childhood educator who is passionate about developing great teachers and creating exceptional classroom experiences. Working alongside the Center Director, you will serve as the school's educational leader and help ensure children receive engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences every day.

Key Responsibilities

Lead implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum

Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback to teachers

Mentor and develop Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and classroom support staff

Maintain high standards for classroom quality and educational practice

Support lesson planning, child assessments, and developmental documentation

Identify professional development needs and provide ongoing teacher training

Support onboarding and development of new educators

Ensure classrooms and educational practices meet applicable licensing requirements

Maintain required educational, training, and compliance documentation

Build positive relationships with families and support educational communication

Partner with the Center Director on staffing, family retention, enrollment, and school quality

Foster a positive culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Must meet applicable New York City Education Director qualification requirements

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

New York State Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education, Birth-Grade 2, or equivalent strongly preferred where applicable

3+ years of early childhood education leadership experience preferred

Experience coaching and developing early childhood teachers required

Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice

Knowledge of applicable New York City childcare licensing requirements

Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

What We Offer

$80,000-$100,000 annual salary

Performance bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development and continuing education support

Employee childcare discount

Collaborative leadership team

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on curriculum quality and teacher development

Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen and bring your experience in early childhood education, teacher development, and instructional leadership to a school where children and educators can thrive.

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.