Education Director

Education Director

Hostos Community College Children’s Center, Inc.
Full-Time | Bronx, NY

Hostos Community College Children’s Center, Inc. is seeking an experienced and passionate Education Director to lead our high-quality early childhood education program. Our mission is to provide student-parents with access to a safe, nurturing, affordable, and developmentally rich environment for their children. We serve infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across six classrooms.

The Education Director will play a key leadership role in shaping curriculum, supporting teachers, and ensuring the highest standards of early childhood practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated early childhood professional who is committed to mentoring educators and fostering strong family partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum development, planning, and implementation across all classrooms.
• Supervise and support instructional staff through coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
• Review lesson plans and classroom practices for fidelity to Creative Curriculum and TSG.
• Ensure developmentally appropriate classroom management practices.
• Collaborate with teachers and the Mental Health Consultant to support IFSP and IEP goals.
• Conduct teacher observations, provide feedback, and lead new-hire training.
• Facilitate Parent/Teacher Conferences and participate in family outreach initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with Article 47 of the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene.
• Support implementation of the QualityStarsNY Rating Improvement System.
• Lead bi-monthly Education Team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Center Director.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• NYS Permanent Teaching Certification (Birth–2 or PK–6).
• Demonstrated knowledge of Creative Curriculum and TSG assessment.
• Experience supervising or coaching early childhood educators preferred.
• Ability to meet all DOHMH and agency clearance requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and family-engagement skills.
• Commitment to professional growth—for self and staff.
• Team-oriented, diplomatic, and skilled in supporting teachers and families.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on student-parents and their children.
• Lead a dedicated, mission-driven team of early childhood educators.
• Help shape the quality and direction of a growing early childhood program.
• Supportive work environment that values collaboration and professional development.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé and cover letter to: [email protected]

Subject line “Education Director Application – [Your Name]”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person