Early Childhood Director

Rumson Jewish Center at Congregation B’nai Israel

Location:

Rumson, NJ

Schedule:

Full-time | On-site Salary: $80,000–$96,000 annually, based on experience, plus a generous sign-on bonus

Rumson Jewish Center at Congregation B’nai Israel is a warm synagogue and community center that has been an anchor of Jewish life in the area since 1922. We offer educational, cultural, and community programs for people of all ages. Gan Yeladim is our early childhood program, featuring an Ema and Me program, flexible preschool options, a Friday Shabbat experience, and a summer camp (Camp Keshet).

The program focuses on play-based learning, social-emotional growth, and age-appropriate skill development, woven together with Jewish values, holidays, and traditions. The Director works alongside a highly experienced head teacher, administrative support, and a team of beloved educators who are deeply passionate about young children and cherished by our families.

We are seeking a Director of Gan Yeladim to lead our early childhood program. This is a hands‑on leadership role focused on supporting the teaching team, partnering closely with families, and fostering a positive, nurturing environment where young children thrive. We encourage all applicants who meet the required qualifications to apply—including educators who are currently classroom teachers and have a strong passion for Jewish and early childhood education.

• Lead the preschool and summer camp programs
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and support teaching staff
• Help shape a play-based curriculum that incorporates Jewish values and holidays
• Maintain compliance with New Jersey child care licensing requirements
• Communicate with families and foster active family engagement
• Oversee enrollment, budgeting, marketing, and daily operations
• Participate in and support ongoing professional development

To meet New Jersey requirements for a center licensed for more than 30 children, applicants need either:

• A bachelor’s degree plus at least one year of managerial or supervisory experience, or
• A master’s degree in a field related to children or business

You will also need to complete required background checks (including CARI) and hold CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to obtain it.

Salary: $76,000–$96,000, based on experience Generous sign‑on bonus Benefits package including paid time off and professional development support; details to be discussed Opportunity to join a supportive community and make a meaningful impact with young children and families