Key Responsibilities Educational & Operational Leadership Lead the daily operations of the preschool Support and promote a Vygotsky-based educational philosophy that meets children where they are developmentally Provide visible onsite leadership throughout the majority of each business day Foster a positive, collaborative culture among teachers and staff Parent & Community Relations Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and families Conduct tours for prospective families Handle parent concerns and escalation calls professionally Maintain strong communication with families through Brightwheel or a similar childcare management platform Compliance & Administration Maintain student and staff files and ensure records remain current Monitor compliance deadlines and required documentation Coordinate with the Department of Health and Department of Education Prepare for audits and ensure all regulatory requirements are met Complete required compliance paperwork and submissions Office & Facility Management Oversee front-office operations, including answering phones Open and close the facility as needed Coordinate inventory and classroom supply ordering Maintain an organized, welcoming school environment Qualifications Required Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in an early childhood education setting Must meet New York State qualifications for an Education Director (not currently on a study plan) Experience with Brightwheel or another childcare management software platform Strong understanding of early childhood development Familiarity with or experience implementing Vygotsky's educational philosophy Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills Preferred Experience working in a private preschool or daycare Experience managing Department of Health and Department of Education compliance Candidates who live in or are familiar with Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, or surrounding Brooklyn neighborhoods What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: A positive, approachable leader Highly organized and detail-oriented A natural problem solver with a "figure it out" mindset Excellent at building relationships with staff and families Comfortable leading a new location from the ground up Calm under pressure and confident handling multiple priorities Compensation & Benefits Salary: $85,000 annually Paid Time Off: 10 Vacation Days 5 Sick Days 3 Personal Days 6+ Paid Holidays Training provided at an established Brooklyn location before the new campus opening Opportunity to play a key leadership role in launching a growing early childhood education center Required Training The selected candidate must complete or maintain all required New York State training, including: State-required Early Childhood Education training FDNY training Code ANA and other required regulatory certifications If you're passionate about early childhood education and excited about helping launch a new school community, we'd love to hear from you. Our educational philosophy combines the principles of Lev Vygotsky, Maria Montessori, and Jean Piaget, with a strong emphasis on meeting each child where they are developmentally through individualized learning experiences.