Education Director

Imagine ELC • Full-time • Bronx, NY, US • $90k - $105k / year • 5m ago

Imagine Early Learning Centers seeks an Early Childhood Education Director! Our centers operate year round, full day and will serve children ages 2 to 5 years.

An experienced leader is needed with the ability to interface with staff, families and the vibrant Imagine community.

Experience with Developmentally Appropriate Practice including knowledge of NAEYC standards required. Directors with experience running DOE PKA programs and familiarity with New York State Quality Stars are strongly encouraged to apply. Imagine highly values strong, creative leadership skills and collaboration.

Responsibilities include:

Hire, train and build culture for new staff and new center, in partnership with Imagine training experts
Ensure highest quality of care offered throughout center, based on and building on developmentally appropriate curriculum
Ensure compliance with all licensing guidelines at all times, with a particular emphasis on high health and safety measures
Adhere to, and believe in, Imagine’s play-based and whole-child centered educational philosophy
Understand and socialize the benefits of Imagine’s employee ownership program
Train, guide and mentor employees, with a focus on implementing effective professional development practices
Develop warm and trusting relationships with families based on partnership model
Develop center to act as community hub and community resources for Morningside Heights neighborhood
Build partnerships with local businesses and organizations to enhance enrichment, build out programs at the individual center level, and offer more to families and staff
Manage budget of the center, with an emphasis on meeting and exceeding enrollment targets and financial goals
Develop and deploy marketing strategies as needed
Participate in recruiting activities as needed
Ability to meet physical requirements of position which include lifting children, sitting on the floor and year-round daily outdoor activities

Competitive salaries and benefits including:

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) qualified Retirement Benefit Plan. Eligible employees receive this retirement benefit, at no cost.**
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary Insurance (Prudential)
Commuter Benefit
Tuition Reimbursement/Degree Incentive Reward
Educational support programs available
Childcare Discount where available
Professional Development

**In 2018 Imagine officially became an employee owned company through the creation of an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). What this means is not only does Imagine value and possess an ownership culture, all qualified employees at Imagine receive a retirement benefit without paying any contributions to the fund themselves!

Qualifications

Master's degree and New York State Teacher Certification in (B-2) Early Childhood Education, Elementary or Special Education required
Minimum 2 years experience as an Early Childhood program administrator.
Minimum 5 years experience as an Early Childhood program teacher.
Previous experience with NAEYC accreditation is a plus.

Responsibilities include:

Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum
Ensure compliance with licensing and NAEYC guidelines
Effective communication with families, staff and board
Effective written communication skills
Ability to meet physical requirements of position which include lifting children, pushing strollers/buggies, sitting on the floor and year-round daily outdoor activities

Competitive salaries and benefits including:

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) qualified Retirement Benefit Plan. Eligible employees receive this retirement benefit, at no cost.
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Voluntary Insurance (Prudential)
Commuter Benefit
Tuition Reimbursement/Degree Incentive Reward
Educational support programs available
Childcare Discount where available
Professional Development

Additionally, in 2018 Imagine officially became an employee owned company through the creation of an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). What this means is not only does Imagine value and possess an ownership culture, all qualified employees at Imagine receive a retirement benefit without paying any contributions to the fund themselves!

Qualifications

Master's degree and New York State Teacher Certification in (B-2) Early Childhood Education, Elementary or Special Education required
Minimum 2 years experience as an Early Childhood program administrator.
Minimum 5 years experience as an Early Childhood program teacher.
Previous experience with NAEYC accreditation is a plus.

Who We Are

Imagine Early Learning Centers, an employee owned child care management company, operates ten twelve quality, full day licensed and NAEYC accredited Early Childhood centers in the NY metro area for children 6 weeks to 5-years-old. With state of the art facilities, professional development opportunities for promotion, a teamwork approach to classroom and center management, and a creative and rewarding work environment, Imagine maintains a satisfied and talented teacher staff. At Imagine, we know children, as well as staff and families, thrive in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Staff, children and families alike are valued as individuals and as members of our diverse community.

Additional information

Imagine Early Learning Centers is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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