Preschool Director

The Raritan Bay Area YMCA’ Early Learning Center seeks a dynamic, mission-driven leader to serve as Preschool Director. Under the direction of the Branch Director, the Preschool Director provides overall leadership, direction, and management of the Early Learning Center and oversees all aspects of daily operations.

The YMCA Early Learning Center operates in collaboration with the Perth Amboy, New Jersey Board of Education and currently serves children through five classrooms, delivering a high-quality, developmentally appropriate educational experience. The Preschool Director is responsible for ensuring excellence in programming, staffing, compliance, and family engagement while advancing the YMCA’s mission to strengthen community through youth development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
• Meets all New Jersey DCF Office of Licensing requirements for a Preschool/Center Director
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an early childhood education setting, including supervisory or administrative experience
• Strong working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and early learning standards
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
• Experience working within a YMCA, school district partnership, or community-based nonprofit
• Experience with quality rating systems, accreditation, or continuous improvement initiatives