
The Assistant Director of Education role supports the Early Childhood program at Manny Cantor Center, a progressive preschool serving children ages 0-5 on Manhattan's Lower East Side. Key responsibilities include managing daily classroom coverage and staffing schedules, supervising floaters and per diem employees, and providing instructional coaching to teachers through classroom observations and professional development planning. The position also involves ensuring regulatory compliance, facilitating parent engagement, and fostering a trauma-informed, inclusive community environment. This opportunity appeals to candidates seeking to advance a Reggio Emilia-inspired educational vision within a collaborative, multi-generational organization. The role offers a supportive culture focused on relationship-building, flexible scheduling, and access to comprehensive benefits including a pension plan and wellness perks.













