Child Care Site Manager - Nursery School

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Phoenixville, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced professional passionate about bringing the best out in kids, connecting to our community and having fun! The YMCA is seeking a Child Care Site Manager for their Nursery School. This role involves nurturing young minds with the help of great teachers, fostering a fun and engaging environment, and contributing to the community.

Requirements

• Achievement of a degree from an accredited college or university in an education or human services related field
• 2+ years verified child care experience (2500 hours)
• Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep up to date on trainings

Responsibilities

• Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn, while maintaining control of environments that build children’s self esteem
• Implement and plan curriculum for program; ensuring child centered and developmentally appropriate learning experiences throughout classrooms using positive reinforcement for behavioral management
• Conduct and record weekly child observations as well as any related to child behavior concerns or development that may require early intervention with parents/guardians
• Being patient and kind with our parents/guardians, communicating effectively and in a timely manner regarding children’s program experience, progress (written as well as verbal) while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity
• Accurately maintain daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, and allergy reports, as well as compliant paperwork within timesheets, incident reports, weekly reports, and child observation reports
• Ensure centers are maintained with quality learning materials, organized accordingly in labeled containers associated with appropriate learning center
• Attend team-planning meetings monthly or more as needed
• Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign an work to develop donors and volunteers
• Supervise all staff on site

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level