Education Director - Harlem Gems
Harlem Children's Zone, New York, NY, United States
Harlem Gems Education Director
Pay Range: $90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr
Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) Gems prepares our youngest scholars to succeed in K-12 and beyond by building a strong academic foundation and starting them on the path to college and career. The Harlem Gems Education Director serves as the instructional leader for the early childhood program, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across all classrooms. This role oversees curriculum implementation, staff development, classroom quality, and compliance with educational standards and licensing requirements. In collaboration with the Program Director, the Education Director also helps guide the overall vision and operations of the center—and assumes responsibility for daily program operations in the Program Director's absence.
The ideal candidate is a skilled instructional leader deeply aligned with Harlem Gems' philosophy of early childhood education, which emphasizes whole-child development, family partnership, and culturally responsive practice. A strong cultural fit includes a commitment to educational equity, collaborative teamwork, and service to the Harlem community.
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education (required)
Certification in Special Education (preferred)
Minimum 6 years of teaching experience in early childhood education
Kindergarten teaching experience (preferred)
At least 2 years of supervisory, coaching, or teacher leadership experience
Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum planning, and assessment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Commitment to inclusive and equity-driven practices
Demonstrated alignment with Harlem Gems' philosophy of early childhood education, including whole-child development and culturally responsive teaching
Strong cultural fit with the values of collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and service to children and families in Harlem
Must meet all health and safety clearance requirements (e.g., background check, TB test)
Benefits
Highly competitive base salaries
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
Harlem Children's Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
Harlem Children's Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) Gems prepares our youngest scholars to succeed in K-12 and beyond by building a strong academic foundation and starting them on the path to college and career. The Harlem Gems Education Director serves as the instructional leader for the early childhood program, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across all classrooms. This role oversees curriculum implementation, staff development, classroom quality, and compliance with educational standards and licensing requirements. In collaboration with the Program Director, the Education Director also helps guide the overall vision and operations of the center—and assumes responsibility for daily program operations in the Program Director's absence.
The ideal candidate is a skilled instructional leader deeply aligned with Harlem Gems' philosophy of early childhood education, which emphasizes whole-child development, family partnership, and culturally responsive practice. A strong cultural fit includes a commitment to educational equity, collaborative teamwork, and service to the Harlem community.
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education (required)
Certification in Special Education (preferred)
Minimum 6 years of teaching experience in early childhood education
Kindergarten teaching experience (preferred)
At least 2 years of supervisory, coaching, or teacher leadership experience
Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum planning, and assessment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Commitment to inclusive and equity-driven practices
Demonstrated alignment with Harlem Gems' philosophy of early childhood education, including whole-child development and culturally responsive teaching
Strong cultural fit with the values of collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and service to children and families in Harlem
Must meet all health and safety clearance requirements (e.g., background check, TB test)
Benefits
Highly competitive base salaries
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
Harlem Children's Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
Harlem Children's Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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