Educational Director for Parsons Preschool in Woodhaven, New York at Psychotherapeutic Evaluational Program

**Position Overview:**
Parsons Preschool is seeking a dedicated and experienced Educational Director to lead our early childhood program serving children with disabilities alongside our Universal Pre-K classrooms. The Educational Director will provide instructional leadership, ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, and support a high-quality, inclusive learning environment for all students.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Provide leadership and oversight of all educational programming, including special education and UPK classrooms

* Supervise, coach, and evaluate teaching staff to ensure high quality instruction and best practices in early childhood education

* Ensure compliance with all state, city, and licensing regulations, including special education mandates and UPK standards

* Develop, implement, and monitor curriculum aligned with early childhood and special education frameworks

* Support the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

* Conduct classroom observations and provide ongoing professional development to staff

* Collaborate with families, therapists, and related service providers to support student progress

* Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for regulatory agencies

* Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive school culture for staff, students, and families

* Assist with staff recruitment, onboarding, and retention

* Ensure health, safety, and compliance standards are consistently met

**Qualifications:**

* New York State School Building Leader (SBL) Certification **required**

* Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field

* Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in early childhood education, with supervisory experience preferred

* Experience working with children with disabilities strongly preferred

* Knowledge of NYSED, DOE, and UPK regulations and standards

* Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

* Ability to support and mentor diverse teaching staff

**Preferred Qualifications:**

* Experience in an inclusive preschool or special education setting

* Familiarity with IEP development and implementation

* Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

**Compensation:**

* Competitive salary based on experience

* Benefits package available