Child Care Coordinator

YMCA Virginia Peninsulas•Hampton, VA

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Child Care Director and in alignment with the mission, policies, and goals of the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas, the Child Care Coordinator assists with planning and staffing assigned Child Care programs. The position must meet requirements established by the Virginia Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers and works with center leaders to provide high-quality service and welcome, connect, support, and engage members and staff. The coordinator helps recruit, hire, train, and supervise staff and volunteers for school-age before- and after-school programs and/or summer day camp. They support lead staff with program planning, lead children's activities, maintain licensing and YMCA program documentation, contribute to program evaluation and fundraising, and help manage program supplies and equipment. The role also includes supervisory responsibilities and supporting a safe environment by following program safety standards and emergency procedures.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience; core competency and coursework required by the Virginia Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers.
At least one year of experience in a related field.
At least one year of staff supervisory experience.
Strong skills in parent relations, staff development, and child development.
YMCA of the USA Child Care training series certification within one year of employment.
CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certification required within 30 days prior to the first day of work.
Medication Administration Training (MAT) certification required before the first day of working camp.
Complete and maintain required training, including New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment.
Satisfactory criminal background check, Virginia State Police background check, and Child Protective Services check.
Ability to communicate and work with assigned ages and skill levels and provide necessary instruction to school-age and/or day-camp childcare participants.
Ability to observe children's behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities.
Ability to apply mathematical operations to tasks such as budget preparation and program planning.
Ability to reason through difficult problems with limited direction regarding means and results.
Physical ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and situations requiring first aid.
Physical strength and endurance to maintain constant supervision of children.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

YMCA experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the mission, vision, and goals of the YMCA.
Model the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and promote a professional work environment.
Lead in a manner that advances the YMCA's cause through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility programs.
Assist in recruiting, hiring, and training staff and volunteers for school-age before- and after-school programs and/or summer day camp.
Assist in supervising Child Watch, School Age, and Summer Camp lead staff.
Meet monthly with lead staff to plan and prepare daily activities for Child Watch, School Age, and/or summer day camp participants.
Lead daily activities with children in an appropriate, approved manner.
Maintain documentation to meet or exceed state licensing requirements, YMCA of the Virginia Peninsula Child Care Quality Standards, Association Standards, and the YMCA of the USA Child Care Quality Check.
Promote and participate in YMCA fundraising efforts, including Annual Support and United Way Campaigns.
Assist in reviewing and evaluating programs to identify participant needs and opportunities for improvement or growth.
Assist with purchasing, caring for, maintaining, and storing program supplies and equipment in accordance with the operating budget.
Wear the staff uniform and name tag, or professional attire when appropriate.
Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
Act as a leader in emergencies and report accidents or incidents according to the Emergency Communication Action Plan.
Follow department and Association standards for program safety and operations.
Ensure members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and actively follow the center Emergency Operations Plan.
Carry out other related duties as needed by the Youth and Family Services Department and center operations.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities under YMCA policies and applicable laws, including assisting with interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.