JOB TODAY logo

Education director jobs in Kearny, New JerseyCreate job alerts

  • Huggies Daycare Academy Child Care LLC
    Childcare director
    Childcare director
    5 days ago
    Full-time
    Mount Pleasant/Lower Broadway, Newark

    We are seeking an experienced Director of Child Care to join our team! As the Director of Child Care, you will be responsible for selecting age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula for the children in our care. You will also support the current staff, manage scheduling and office supplies, bring positive communication to the team, and implement new strategies to grow and expand our outreach. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing staff.

    Easy apply
  • Star A Kidz
    Preschool administrator
    Preschool administrator
    13 days ago
    $18–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Title: Preschool Administrative Assistant Location: 780 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036 Reports to:Preschool Director Salary Range: $18 - $22 per hour Position Summary: The Preschool Administrative Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the preschool environment. This position involves a mix of administrative tasks, kitchen duties, and classroom support. The ideal candidate is organized, nurturing, and capable of multitasking in a busy preschool setting. Key Responsibilities: 1. Administrative Support:, 2. - Assist in maintaining student records, including enrollment forms, health records, and attendance logs., 3. - Prepare and manage correspondence, newsletters, and communications for parents and staff., 4. - Assist in planning and organizing school events and activities., 5. - Perform general clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, and data entry., 6. Kitchen Duties:, 7. - Oversee kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations., 8. - Prepare and distribute nutritious meals and snacks to students, adhering to dietary restrictions., 9. - Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and dining areas., 10. - Assist in inventory management of food supplies and kitchen equipment., 11. Food Distribution:, 12. - Serve meals to children and manage portion sizes., 13. - Ensure that all food is presented in an appealing manner and meets safety standards., 14. - Clean up after meals, including washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces., 15. Sanitation:, 16. - Regularly disinfect and clean classroom areas, toys, and equipment., 17. - Follow and promote health and safety protocols to prevent the spread of illness., 18. - Assist with the organization of supplies and materials for cleanliness and accessibility., 19. Classroom Support:, 20. - Provide coverage for teachers during their absence, following lesson plans and maintaining classroom order., 21. - Assist in supervising children during activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment., 22. - Support daily classroom routines, including transitions, activities, and nap times., 23. Communication:, 24. - Maintain open communication with teachers, staff, and parents regarding children's progress and needs., 25. - Address any inquiries related to administrative processes or classroom activities. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in early childhood education or administration is a plus., • Previous experience in a preschool or childcare setting preferred., • Basic food handling and sanitation knowledge., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team., • CPR and First Aid Certification preferred or willingness to obtain. Work Environment: • Fast-paced preschool setting with a warm and welcoming atmosphere., • Physical demands include lifting, moving, and being active throughout the day. This role is essential in creating a positive environment for children, staff, and families. If you are passionate about early childhood education and have administrative skills, we invite you to apply.

    No experience
    Easy apply
  • A Whole New World Academy of Hoboken
    Office Manager
    Office Manager
    26 days ago
    Full-time
    Hoboken

    At A Whole New World Academy of Hoboken, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment where children can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. Our team is passionate about early childhood education, and we are seeking an organized, dependable, and proactive Office Manager to support the daily operations of our center. Position Summary: The Office Manager is a key member of our administrative team, responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day operations of the school’s front office. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a warm, professional demeanor to interact with families, staff, and vendors. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and have experience in early childhood or educational settings. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the first point of contact for families, staff, and visitors—answering phones, emails, and inquiries in a courteous and professional manner Manage student records, attendance, enrollment documents, and staff files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state regulations Coordinate school communications including newsletters, reminders, emergency alerts, and parent notifications Support daily operations including staff scheduling, classroom coverage coordination, and supply ordering Assist with billing, tuition collection, and liaising with the school’s accounting/payroll personnel Maintain organized filing systems (paper and digital) for licensing, HR, and parent communications Ensure school compliance with local and state childcare licensing regulations and assist with inspections/audits Manage calendars and appointments for school leadership and help coordinate events, tours, and meetings Provide general administrative support to the Director and other school leadership Uphold the school’s mission, values, and policies in all communications and interactions Qualifications: Minimum 2–3 years of office administration or office management experience; experience in a childcare or educational setting preferred High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education, or related field preferred Strong computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, email platforms, student management systems) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities Warm, friendly, and professional demeanor Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately Knowledge of New Jersey childcare licensing requirements (preferred but not required)

    Easy apply
  • Spence-Chapin Services to Families and Children
    Senior Manager, Birth Parent Services
    Senior Manager, Birth Parent Services
    1 month ago
    $75000–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    The Senior Manager, Birth Parent Services will supervise birth parent social workers. Responsibilities include working with birth parents in the options counseling, permanency planning and adoption process, individual counseling, writing psychosocial histories, visiting clients in hospital and community, discharging babies from hospital, facilitating selection of and meetings with adoptive parents, assisting in placement and/or return of infants, referral to community support services. The Senior Manager will conduct outreach, education, training at hospitals and agencies that serve expectant parents. Work closely with Program Director to implement department goals. This is an in-person position with annual salary range of $75,000-$80,000 commensurate with experience. II. Key Performance Indicators · Supervise the coordinator, Birth & Expectant Parent Services and any MSW interns as directed · Provide birth parent outreach, education and training to professionals at local hospitals, clinics and social services · Provide “options counseling” to pregnant and postpartum woman considering adoption for their newborns and young children · Visit clients in the hospital and at home, as needed · Represent the agency at hospital and discharge babies from hospitals to the agency’s interim care program · Determine client’s need for services and make referrals to resources outside of the agency · Gather bio-psycho-social background information, formulate assessments and write histories · Write case notes in client database and maintain up-to-date case records · Educate clients on best practices in adoption. Guide clients in planning, including making hospital plans, matching with adoptive families, reviewing legal documents and securing an optimal post surrender contact plan · Provide therapeutic counseling to individuals and families · Participate in placement and return of infants · Provide short term supportive and bereavement counseling to clients who have placed a child · Participate in answering birth parent inquiry calls to agency’s 24-hour, toll free birth parent telephone line · Actively participate in weekly supervision with direct Supervisor · Perform any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisor III. Education & Experience • MSW from an accredited school of social work, • A minimum of two years MSW experience, • NYS license to practice social work, • Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, • Experience in adoption and/or pregnancy counselling preferred; must have at least one-year counselling V. Key Competencies · Strong organizational skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines · Ability to multitask; strong execution skills; thorough follow through, and attention to detail · Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills · Ability to work in a collaborative environment with various departments, which supports both individual and cooperative work · Ability to work independently at satellite office locations

    Immediate start!
    Easy apply