Director

As the Education Direction you'll:

• Assist the Executive Director in daily operations, including overseeing classroom activities, scheduling, correspondence, and staff management. 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of children, staff, and center operations.

• Support the hiring, training, and professional development of childcare staff to maintain high-quality care standards.

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to childcare operations. 

• Prepare for and participate in inspections and audits.

• Foster positive relationships with parents through effective communication, addressing inquiries, concerns, and sharing child development progress. 

• Manage enrollment processes, including registration, paperwork, and parent communication.

• Collaborate with teachers to implement age-appropriate curricula that promote learning and social development.

• Maintain a safe and clean environment by overseeing health and safety protocols, emergency preparedness, and regular facility inspections.

• Assist with coordinating staff schedules and managing payroll functions.

• Assist in optimizing financial resources effectively.

Apply Today If You Have:

• Early Childhood Certification (B-2) REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.

• Strong desire to work collaboratively for the betterment of the organization and the team. 

• Strong willingness to learn and ability to prioritize effectively.

• Strong organizational abilities.

• Passion for working with children and supporting their development.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem-solve in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities.

• Commitment to professionalism and confidentiality.

Preferred qualifications (but willing to train the right person):

• Strong knowledge of early childhood education practices, curriculum development, and regulatory requirements.

• Previous experience in a childcare setting.

• Proficiency in Google Office products or Microsoft Office Suite.

• Knowledge of licensing and regulatory requirements for childcare facilities preferred.

• Fully vaccinated against COVID 

• CPR and First Aid certification 

What We Offer:

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Based on level of education and experience. Full time employees also receive benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement savings, commuter benefits and childcare discounts.

Child-Centered Approach: Our educators facilitate each child's success by observing their interests and developing lessons inspired by their curiosity and our curriculum.

State-of -the-Art Facilities: Our campuses are purposefully designed to offer endless opportunities for learning and discovery.

Employee Development: We offer robust onboarding training, ongoing professional development days, and individual coaching and feedback fostering collaboration and growth. Come and join a new, vibrant community of people dedicated to children and YOUR growth. As we grow, you can too! We love to promote from within and are committed to helping our colleagues achieve their career goals at Playto!

To be considered, applicants must be based in or willing to relocate to NY. Candidates must also possess independent US work authorization.

Physical demands of this position include but are not limited to sitting and standing for extended periods, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, and frequently moving or lifting children weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation or having questions should contact us.