Educational Instructor/Manager

The Pedagogical Manager oversees the educational vision and daily instructional quality of the daycare program. This role blends curriculum leadership, teacher development, and regulatory compliance aligned with Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) requirements. The manager ensures that all classrooms deliver nurturing, play‑based, culturally responsive learning experiences for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

🎓 Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Leadership — Develop, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with CT ELDS (Early Learning and Development Standards). Provide lesson‑planning frameworks and ensure continuity across age groups.
• Teacher Coaching — Mentor educators through observations, feedback cycles, modeling, and professional development. Support staff in classroom management, instructional strategies, and documentation practices.
• Regulatory Compliance — Maintain compliance with CT OEC licensing standards, health and safety requirements, staff‑child ratios, and documentation protocols.
• Family Engagement — Build strong relationships with families through conferences, communication plans, and workshops. Support teachers in culturally responsive communication.
• Quality Assurance — Conduct classroom walkthroughs, review child assessments, and ensure alignment with program goals and accreditation standards (NAEYC preferred).
• Staff Onboarding — Train new educators on curriculum, routines, safety, and pedagogical expectations.
• Child Assessment — Oversee developmental screenings, portfolios, and progress reports. Ensure documentation is accurate and meaningful.
• Program Development — Lead initiatives to enhance learning environments, materials, and instructional practices.

• Collaboration with the Center Director and administrative team

🧠 Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (Master’s preferred). Head Teacher Certification is a must.
• Minimum 3–5 years classroom experience in early childhood settings.
• Experience mentoring or supervising educators.
• NAEYC Standards familiarity
• Strong knowledge of CT ELDS, CT OEC regulations, and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

🌟 Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Experience with Reggio Emilia, Montessori, or play‑based approaches
• Ability to analyze child‑outcome data and guide instructional adjustments
• Bilingual abilities Spanish/English
• Strong conflict‑resolution and coaching skills

Work Environment & Expectations

• Full‑time, on‑site leadership role
• Regular classroom observations and hands‑on modeling
• Occasional evening family events or staff trainings

• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development