Before & After School Program Site Director (West San Fernando Valley) (4067)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

8d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Great leaders create environments where children thrive, educators grow, and families feel supported. As the Site Director, Licensed School-Age Child Care, you'll lead every aspect of a licensed before school and after school program, creating a safe, engaging, and high quality learning environment where children can build confidence, develop meaningful relationships, and discover their potential. You'll provide leadership for program operations, staff supervision, curriculum implementation, enrollment, family engagement, licensing compliance, fiscal stewardship, and continuous quality improvement while partnering closely with school leaders and families. If you're passionate about developing educators, leading high-performing teams, and creating exceptional experiences for children and families, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact every day. This is a full-time, year-round position leading a licensed School-Age child care program.

Requirements

Twenty one (21) years of age or older.
High school diploma or GED, supplemented by 15 semester units of college coursework, including 3 units in Administration or Staff Relations, 3 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development (CD), or School Age coursework, and 9 additional units in any combination of Recreation (including art, music, or dance), Physical Education, Human Services or Social Welfare (such as psychology, sociology, nursing, or home economics), coursework toward an elementary or middle school teaching credential, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or School Age coursework.
Additionally, 4 years of documented teaching experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program is required.
Two to four years of experience, based on educational qualifications, leading licensed child care, expanded learning, recreation, youth development, or comparable programs serving School-Age children, including experience supervising staff.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, manage program operations, and build positive relationships with children, families, school partners, and community members.
Strong communication skills, emotional maturity, sound judgment, and a commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging environments.
Current EMSA First Aid and Adult, Infant, and Child CPR certifications, completion of Preventive Health Practices training, and other certifications required by California Community Care Licensing, or the ability to obtain required certifications as a condition of employment.
Completion of required health screenings, immunizations, and background clearances for licensed child care programs.

Responsibilities

Lead a high quality licensed before school and after school child care program where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn and grow.
Coach, mentor, and develop a team of educators to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum and exceptional experiences for children and families.
Build strong relationships with families, school administrators, community partners, and licensing representatives to strengthen the program and ensure operational excellence.
Oversee program enrollment, curriculum implementation, licensing compliance, fiscal stewardship, risk management, and continuous quality improvement.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, safety, and belonging that reflects the YMCA's commitment to strengthening children, families, and communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employer paid life and disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
Paid Well-Being Day each year to recharge and focus on yourself.
10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
Tax deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
Paid training and professional development.
Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
YMCA Professional Network (YPN) membership.
Opportunities to grow your career with one of the nation's largest YMCA associations.
Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
Discounts on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, day camp, personal training, and more.
Complimentary before and after school child care for eligible Team Members (restrictions apply).
Free youth sports and enrichment classes for your children, including ballet and martial arts.
Exclusive savings through PerkSpot, plus discounts on wireless services and Dell products.
Access exclusive financial benefits through Rize Credit Union.