Child Care Director - Northwest Early Childhood Education Center

Heart of the Valley YMCA•Huntsville, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Director supports the YMCA’s mission of strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The ECEC Center Director oversees program development and implementation, supervises children, and works collaboratively in an early childhood setting. The role ensures children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental development at the YMCA Early Childhood Education Center. The position manages fiscal operations, personnel, program delivery, communication with families and leadership, and program administration. It plans and supervises age-appropriate preschool activities, supports staff development, maintains licensing and other required records, and helps ensure a safe, orderly environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet DHR minimum requirements for a Director position.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and similar applications.
Ability to work with integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines.
Good judgment and discretion.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Data-entry experience and working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing.
Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations, including differences in language, culture, race, physical ability, and sexual orientation.

Responsibilities

Develop and monitor financial budgets and reports, manage billing and fee collection, maintain required records, and purchase program supplies.
Supervise, schedule, train, and regularly evaluate staff.
Fill staff vacancies with the Childcare Services Director in accordance with YMCA policies.
Maintain employees’ licensing files and provide staff performance feedback.
Plan, conduct, and supervise creative, stimulating, age-appropriate preschool programs.
Plan daily and monthly activities and guide staff in planning activities.
Plan scheduled special events for participating families, such as open houses and holiday programs.
Ensure the health and safety of children and staff.
Develop and train staff in emergency procedures and develop and implement discipline procedures as needed.
Communicate regularly with parents about their children.
Meet regularly with the Childcare Services Director and provide program updates.
Prepare and distribute monthly newsletters and calendars for parents, and assist with quarterly parent newsletters.
Maintain licensing files, including emergency disaster plans, childcare rosters, administrative designations, and other required documentation.
Ensure areas, equipment, and supplies are kept orderly and safe.
Ensure proper documentation and follow-through with the Department of Human Resources, Childcare Management Association, and Department of Education.