Director of Early Childhood Education

Paterson Public School District, Academic Services and Special Programs, Paterson, New Jersey

Starting Date:
Immediately

Job

Position Type:
Full‑Time

• Hold both a New Jersey Instructional Certificate and a New Jersey Principal or School Administrator Certificate.
• Must hold a master’s degree preferably in Early Childhood Education.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of administrative experience.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of preschool curriculum and assessment, youth development, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, and classroom management.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, grants, contracts, and resources to ensure effective and efficient program operations.
• Supervise and evaluate Early Childhood administrators, instructional staff, and support personnel to promote excellence in teaching and learning.
• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, digital technology to augment authentic learning, information retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary with students, staff and the community.
• Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of high‑quality preschool and early learning programs.
• Have excellent experience teaching and working with students in grades Pre‑K – 3.
• Be a highly motivated, result‑driven administrator.
• Collaborate with school leaders, families, community organizations, and external partners to strengthen early childhood services and supports.
• Promote equitable access to high‑quality early learning experiences and ensure inclusive practices for multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and diverse student populations.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 07305
• Phone:
• Email: kruppel.nj.us