Responsibilities: The purpose of this position is to ensure that the human resources needs of the agency are met by recruiting quality candidates and providing existing staff members support via training and development opportunities; ensure that all benefits are managed and in place and that all staff are correctly enrolled and aware of their benefits. The Director shall also review and enhance systems such as job descriptions, compensation equity, performance review and enhancement, supervisory training and procedures. 1. Recruit pools of qualified candidates for all positions, as needed; 2. 2 Ensure hiring candidates complies with DSS procedures and regulations including fingerprint and background screening; Ensure that all current employee screenings are up to date and compliant. 3. Conduct a first level screening/interview of all potential candidates; 4. Track and document all staff training – both in-service and outside education. 5. Conduct exit interviews, ensure COBRA compliance and completion of benefits documentation with staff members completing employment with Horizon Hearts; 6. Provide training to supervisory staff regarding best practices strategies, positive behavior based direction, as well as ADA and EEOC concerns. 7. Provide consult and assistance with performance problems/issues with employees; 8. Assess and enhance overall HR operations to improve agency functioning and increase staff retention such as job descriptions, compensation equity, performance review and enhancement, supervisory training and procedures. 9. Ensure that all new employees receive all components of the new employee orientation and training as per their position. 10. Develop and implement training to increase staff skills and competency, access outside resources to provide additional training. The above information is not all-inclusive within this job description. Additional information may be at any time updated for inclusion.
Position: Education Director (Early Childhood Education) Location: Ozone Park / South Ozone Park, Queens, NY Job Type: Full-Time | Hours: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Follows DOE Calendar About Us: Aim High Leadership Centers is a growing early childhood education program committed to providing a nurturing, play-based learning environment for 3K and Pre-K students. We serve diverse families with a focus on educational excellence, social-emotional growth, and strong community partnerships. Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Education Director to oversee curriculum implementation, staff development, and program compliance across our early childhood classrooms. The ideal candidate is a strong instructional leader who fosters collaboration and ensures a high-quality learning environment for both scholars and educators. Key Responsibilities: Provide instructional coaching and professional development for teaching teams Ensure classrooms align with Creative Curriculum and DOE Pre-K for All standards Conduct regular observations and provide feedback to improve classroom quality Oversee family engagement, classroom management, and assessment practices Collaborate with administrative staff to support registration, enrollment, and compliance Serve as a model leader in communication, organization, and team building Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (required) NYS Certification Birth–2nd Grade (required) Minimum 3 years of early childhood classroom experience Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills Experience with DOE Pre-K for All and Creative Curriculum (preferred) What We Offer: Supportive, mission-driven school culture Opportunities for professional growth Competitive salary and benefits package A dynamic team committed to early childhood excellence