Before & After School Program Site Director (Downey) (4087)
About The Position
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. 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
Nice To Haves
- Experienced youth development or licensed child care professional who enjoys leading people, building strong partnerships, and creating exceptional learning environments for children.
- Collaborative leader who can balance operational excellence with compassionate leadership while coaching Team Members, supporting families, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring every child experiences a safe, engaging, and welcoming program.
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
- Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
- Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
- Paid Well-Being Day to rest, recharge, and focus on yourself.
- Paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
- Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
- Opportunities to grow your career with one of the nation's largest YMCA associations.
- 10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
- Tax deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
- Save on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, personal training, camps, youth programs, and more.
- Complimentary before and after school child care for eligible Team Members (restrictions apply).
- Free youth sports and enrichment classes for your family, 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
