Education Director -- New Facility

Education Director -- New Facility

Reports To: Executive Director | Location: Harlem, New York City | Type: Full-Time

ABOUT LITTLE LEGACY VILLAGE PRESCHOOL

Featured in The New York Times, Little Legacy Village Preschool is a mission-driven, community-rooted early childhood program serving families in Harlem, NY. Founded by Harlem native Erica Forte, LLVP provides a nurturing, dual-language, child-centered Pre-K education grounded in five core values: Community, Opportunity, Innovation, Joy, and Gratitude.

ABOUT THE ROLE

LLVP is opening its second Harlem location -- a Pre-K facility serving approximately 50 students across 4 classrooms. We are seeking an experienced, passionate Education Director to launch and lead this new campus. The Education Director will build the educational team, implement LLVP's child-centered curriculum, and ensure that every child receives the high-quality, joyful, enriching experience that has made LLVP a trusted name in Harlem early childhood education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Educational Leadership

• Implement and adapt LLVP's child-centered, dual-language curriculum across all 4 classrooms (Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4).
• Ensure curriculum incorporates LLVP's signature programming: Spanish language introduction, music, art, yoga, and nature-based learning.
• Drive a culture of active listening, self-led learning, and joyful discovery throughout the facility. Stay current on early childhood education research and best practices; bring new ideas to enhance programming.

Staff Management & Development

• Hire, onboard, coach, and evaluate all classroom teachers and assistants (~8-12 teaching staff). Conduct regular classroom observations and provide meaningful instructional feedback. Lead staff meetings, professional development sessions, and team-building activities.
• Manage scheduling, coverage, and daily staff operations.

Student & Family Engagement

• Build a warm, welcoming, and inclusive community for students and families.
• Oversee individualized student assessments, progress monitoring, and family conferences. Communicate regularly with families on student progress, classroom activities, and school events. Respond to family concerns promptly and with care.

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Compliance & Site Operations

• Ensure the facility operates in full compliance with NYC/NYS childcare licensing, ACS, DOH, and Article 47/43 regulations.
• Maintain required classroom ratios, staff certifications, and records.
• Partner with the Executive Director on enrollment, facility management, and operational planning. Ensure health, safety, and emergency preparedness protocols are upheld.

Community & Partnership

• Represent LLVP's second facility positively within the local Harlem community.
• Participate in enrollment outreach and school events as needed.
• Collaborate with the original LLVP site to ensure programmatic consistency across both campuses.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; Master's degree preferred. New York State teaching certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) strongly preferred. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in early childhood education, including at least 2 years in a leadership/director role.
• Deep knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) and child-centered learning. Experience managing a team of teachers in a classroom or school setting.
• Knowledge of NYC/NYS childcare licensing and compliance requirements.
• Warm, collaborative leadership style with a passion for serving children and families.

Preferred

• Experience opening or launching a new program or facility.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Familiarity with dual-language or multilingual programming.
• Experience with ACS-funded programs or voucher-based enrollment.

COMPENSATION

Salary commensurate with experience. LLVP is committed to competitive compensation for educational leadership talent. Typical NYC range for comparable positions: $65,000 - $90,000.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and brief cover letter to eforte@beyondreadiness.com with the subject line Education Director - [Your Name]. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Little Legacy Village Preschool is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay: $76,864.84 - $92,568.41 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person