Preschool Director
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
- Meets all New Jersey DCF Office of Licensing requirements for a Preschool/Center Director
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an early childhood education setting, including supervisory or administrative experience
- Strong working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and early learning standards
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
- Experience working within a YMCA, school district partnership, or community-based nonprofit
- Experience with quality rating systems, accreditation, or continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide leadership and oversight of all Early Learning Center operations, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children
- Ensure compliance with YMCA policies, and all NJ Department of Children and Families (DCF) Office of Licensing regulations, Board of Education requirements, and all applicable local, state, and federal guidelines
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and support teaching and support staff; ensure appropriate staffing coverage, ratios, and scheduling
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional work culture aligned with YMCA values and best practices in early childhood education
- Oversee the implementation of a high-quality early childhood curriculum that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
- Monitor classroom quality, instructional practices, and learning environments to ensure consistent program standards and continuous improvement
- Serve as a primary liaison with families, maintaining open communication, addressing concerns, and promoting strong family partnerships
- Collaborate with the Perth Amboy Board of Education and other community partners to support program goals and educational alignment
- Manage administrative functions including enrollment, recordkeeping, reporting, and documentation required for licensing, funding, and YMCA standards
- Develop and manage the program budget in collaboration with the Branch Director, including monitoring expenses, enrollment, and operational resources
- Promote the YMCA’s mission, values, and commitment to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all aspects of the role
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