What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Director position at Merraine Group, Inc.?
Our client is seeking an inspiring and visionary Early Childhood Director to lead our thriving program serving up to 148 children (part-day and full-day). We’re looking for a warm, hands-on leader who can elevate curriculum excellence, strengthen family engagement, and build a talented, stable teaching team.
What You’ll Do
- Lead our play-based, project driven program rooted in Jewish values and traditions
- Design and implement a high quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Recruit, hire, mentor, and retain exceptional educators
- Rebuild strong parent engagement and nurture a warm, welcoming school culture
- Oversee daily operations, enrollment, budgeting, compliance, and safety
- Partner with synagogue leadership to advance educational excellence and school reputation
About Our Program
Their Early Childhood Center features a Discovery Room with animals, a STEM lab, a gymnastics room, and a nurturing environment that prepares children for top independent schools. Families value both our warmth and our academic excellence.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in ECE/Educational Leadership preferred
- 5 years in early childhood education, including 3 in leadership
- Strong curriculum expertise and understanding of child development
- Experience in Jewish early childhood education or deep familiarity with Jewish values
- Proven success in staff hiring, development, and retention
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
- Knowledge of licensing standards; NAEYC experience a plus
Salary : $100,000 - $180,000