Center Education Director


Job Location:

Astoria, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 80000 - 95000
Posted on: 30 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
Now Hiring: Education Director
The Learning Experience of Astoria Astoria NY

Are you a passionate experienced early childhood leader ready to take ownership of a thriving school community The Learning Experience of Astoria is seeking a dynamic Education Director with a proven track record of leadership operational excellence and enrollment growth.

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced relationship-driven environment and understands what it takes to run a successful early childhood program in NYC.

Position Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience as an Education Director in a licensed early childhood program

  • NYS Early Childhood Education Teaching Certification (per DOH requirements)

  • Extensive knowledge of Article 47 regulations and NYC DOH compliance

  • Strong understanding of enrollment management marketing and retention strategies

  • Experience managing school financials budgeting and reporting

  • Demonstrated ability to build mentor and retain a large team

  • Exceptional parent communication and conflict resolution skills

What Were Looking For

Strong Leadership & Team Culture Builder
You know how to inspire teachers build morale and create a collaborative positive school culture where staff feel supported and families feel confident.

Enrollment & Growth Focused
You understand the importance of tours follow-ups retention strategies and community outreach. You are proactive in building and maintaining full enrollment.

Operationally Strong & Self-Sufficient
You can confidently manage day-to-day operations licensing compliance staffing scheduling and administrative responsibilities without constant oversight.

Financially Minded
You are comfortable overseeing budgets payroll considerations revenue tracking and cost management to ensure the school operates efficiently and profitably.

Parent-Focused Communicator
You build trust with families through transparent communication professionalism and responsiveness.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily school operations and ensure full compliance with Article 47 regulations

  • Lead and develop teaching staff through coaching evaluations and professional development

  • Manage enrollment pipeline tours and family onboarding

  • Monitor financial performance and support revenue growth initiatives

  • Ensure curriculum implementation aligns with brand standards

  • Maintain a strong visible leadership presence in the school

Why Join Us

At The Learning Experience of Astoria we are committed to creating a joyful engaging environment for children families and staff. This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where your experience and vision will directly shape the success and culture of our school.

If you are an experienced Education Director ready to lead with confidence build a strong team culture and drive enrollment growth we would love to connect with you.
Compensation: $80000.00 - $95000.00 per year



The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience we make early education joyful engaging and fun so children are happy to learn play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE weve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners educators partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.


This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.


Required Experience:

Director

Benefits:401(k)Competitive salaryEmployee discountsFree uniformsOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentNow Hiring: Education Director The Learning Experience of Astoria Astoria NYAre you a passionate experienced early childhood leader ready to take ownership of a thriving sc...

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The Learning Experience is more than just a child care center. It’s a place where children learn, grow, and have fun. Discover our programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners today!

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