Director Lower School

Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Primrose of Manhattan at 350 East 82nd Street Build a brighter future for all children.
As the Lower School Director of Primrose of Manhattan at East 82nd Street, your dedication to the success of our next generation will ensure we deliver on our mission of bringing the best and most trusted early childhood education and care to the families we serve.
Make a difference every day.
Major responsibilities of the Lower School Director position include: - Manage the daily operation of the Lower School, consisting of 7 classrooms of Infant & Toddler (1 year old) students.
- Create a culture of support within the school (for staff, families and children).
- Ensuring health & safety in all aspects of the Lower School, including allergy plans, medication administration, cleanliness and sanitizing, neighborhood walks, fire drills, lockdown drills, etc.
- Learn all essential functions for each position in the school so you can support and inspire.
- Assist the Executive Director to ensure maximum enrollment and effective cost control.
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and Upper School Director daily on school operations.
- Plan student transitions with Upper School Director & Executive Director and host transition meetings with families.
- Oversee Lower School facility and support staff, including Floater Teacher Assistants.
- Oversee regulatory and accreditation compliance.
- Create nightly staff communication to stay connected with staff.
- Maintain schedules & daily ratio checks for the Lower School - Managing Lower School staff files.
- Monitor monthly health and safety paperwork including: infant sleep checks, kitchen logs, daily activities on Procare app, daily classroom opening and closing checklists, etc.
- Completing probationary goal setting with new staff as well as biannual staff evaluations.
- Monitor health and safety routines in the classroom for compliance.
- Maintain accident / incident reports and statement of illness forms.
Contact families where necessary.
- Participate in School Emergency Response Team.
Conduct monthly SERT meetings with Leadership Team.
- Participate in the interview process and hiring of teaching staff.
- Coordinate with other members of the Leadership Team to implement the training plan for new teaching staff.
- Promote teacher growth and development by participating in and leading in-service trainings for staff.
- Ensure classroom environment is developmentally appropriate and following Primrose Schools guidelines.
- Support teachers with behavior management in classrooms and put together behavior management plans when necessary.
- Conduct classroom observations to regularly support and ensure the implementation and delivery of the research-informed Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum.
In order to inspire team members, you need a school that inspires you.
Primrose Schools is a mission-driven brand, and at Primrose of Manhattan at East 82nd Street, there are not only opportunities for professional development and growth but also for giving back to your local community through Spring Fling and charity events.
As the leader in early education and care, our research-informed Balanced Learning® approach provides teachers with the tools and guidance to accommodate children’s natural curiosity and to fully support each child while building problem-solving skills and confidence.
We are continuously working toward our mission of building a brighter future for all children—not only those who are able to attend a Primrose school—and every member of our organization plays a critical role in accomplishing that mission.
Let’s talk about building a brighter future together.
Required Qualifications and Experience: • A Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field required.
• Valid NYS B-2 teaching certification required.
• Minimum three years in NYC in a Leadership role in a school.
• A strong commitment to building positive relationships with families and the community.
• At least two years of experience as a group teacher in a program for children under six years of age • Proven track record of successfully being part of a Leadership Team.
• CPR / First Aid certified required • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
Benefits: - Closed Weekends, Nights and Holidays - Set Schedule - All required training is paid for - Paid vacation, holidays, retirement plan, access to additional health benefits Salary compensation starting at $95,000, dependent on experience and education.