Education Director - Early Childhood

The Learning ExperienceNy, New York

$85,000 - $110,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Executive

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$85,000-$110,000/year

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Parental and Family Leave

Job Description

Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary

The Learning Experience – Battery Park, New York, NYFull-Time | Monday–Friday

The Learning Experience – Battery Park is seeking an experienced and passionate Education Director to lead the educational excellence of our school.

The Education Director serves as the instructional leader of the center, partnering with school and operations leadership to ensure high-quality curriculum implementation, teacher development, classroom quality, and compliance with NYC early childhood education requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee consistent implementation of The Learning Experience curriculum across all classrooms.
Maintain high standards for instruction, lesson planning, classroom environments, and child engagement.
Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback to teachers.
Coach, mentor, and develop Lead and Assistant Teachers.
Support teacher onboarding, training, performance, and professional development.
Oversee educational programming from infancy through preschool, including 3K and Pre-K programs where applicable.
Ensure required educational documentation, assessments, classroom records, and teacher credentials remain current.
Maintain compliance with NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Department of Education (DOE), and other applicable requirements.
Support licensing, DOE, and quality-assurance visits.
Build strong relationships with children, families, teachers, and school leadership.
Promote a positive, collaborative culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Must meet all applicable NYC Educational Director qualification requirements.
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
Appropriate New York State teaching certification as required by applicable programs.
Experience with NYC 3K and/or Pre-K programs strongly preferred.
Previous early childhood education leadership experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of early childhood curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices.
Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing teachers.
Knowledge of NYC childcare licensing and regulatory requirements.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on education, certification, and experience
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee childcare benefits
Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

At The Learning Experience, our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of our children, their families, and the communities we serve.

If you are an experienced early childhood leader passionate about developing teachers and creating exceptional learning experiences for children, we would love to hear from you!

Compensation: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

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.

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This job at The Learning Experience is located in Ny, New York, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at The Learning Experience?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $85,000 and $110,000 per year.

What employment applies to this position at The Learning Experience?

The Learning Experience lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at The Learning Experience?

The Learning Experience is looking for a candidate with "Executive" experience level.

What benefits are offered by The Learning Experience for this role?

The Learning Experience offers following benefits: Paid Vacation and Parental and Family Leave for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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