Position: Preschool Director
Location:Flushing, Queens
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Preschool Group Teacher /Director to join our team.Group Teacher /Director will be responsible for daily facilities management, staffing management, program administration, and parental communication and involvement. The successful candidate will be dedicated to providing high-quality education and childcare services, while ensuring compliance with all state and local regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations of the center, including staffing, facilities, and program administration.
- Ensure that all classrooms are safe, attractive, and developmentally appropriate for children.
- Develop and implement education curriculum, arts, and enrichment programs.
- Review weekly lesson plans, daily reports, and address parent concerns and questions.
- Promote a professional environment between parents, teachers, and staff.
- Participate in hiring educational staff, enrichment activities, and specialty teachers.
- Coordinate parent/teacher conferences to share development milestones of enrolled children.
- Ensure compliance with all state and local licensing regulations, including Article 47.
- Schedule parent/teacher conference meetings and staff meetings.
- Manage curriculum and parent communications.
- Participate in facility tours and family interviews as required by Program Director.
- Maintain a positive and professional relationship with parents, children, and staff.
Requirements:
- At least three years of center leadership/management experience.
- Professional teaching experience with infant to preschool children.
- Bachelor's degree or above in ECE or related field required.
- New York State Teaching Certification in N-6, B-2, 1-6 Special Education B-2 or 1-6.
- Working knowledge of DOH regulations and codes, and ability to handle site inspections.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Must pass state and company background checks.
Job Type: Full-time Salary: From $80,000 per year salary based on experience.
Schedule: 8-hour shift
Education: Master's degree (Preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
School type:
- Development center
- Private school
Experience:
- preschool director: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Birth-2nd Teaching Certificate (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Queens, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person