Early Learning Director and Lead Teacher

The Early Learning Director and Lead Teacher will combine leadership and teaching, helping guide a high-quality early childhood program while supporting children's development through engaging learning experiences. This role involves mentoring staff, partnering with families, and creating a nurturing classroom environment.

What You Will Do

Key responsibilities include ensuring program compliance with state regulations and Healthy Kids policies, planning and leading engaging activities, overseeing daily operational tasks, and maintaining clear communication with parents and caregivers.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is ideal for passionate early childhood professionals who enjoy mentoring staff, partnering with families, and creating a nurturing classroom environment. The Early Learning Director and Lead Teacher will have opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with at least 12 credits in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, plus one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience in an early childhood setting
• Associate's degree in early childhood education or a related field with a plan of study toward a Bachelor's degree or a New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience
• New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential with one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or other office-recognized credential, with a plan of study toward a Bachelor's degree or a New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for children enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid sick time
• On-demand pay
• Professional development and career growth opportunities