Child Care Site Manager - Before/After School Enrichment

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Mount Laurel, NJ

7d • $18 - $19

About The Position

The Child Care Site Manager oversees a before- and after-school enrichment program for the 2026–2027 school year. The role focuses on creating engaging, child-centered and developmentally appropriate learning experiences in a fun, diverse environment, while maintaining a safe and organized program setting. The Site Manager supervises all staff at the site, communicates with parents and guardians, maintains program records, and participates in team planning and the YMCA Annual Campaign.

Requirements

• A degree from an accredited college or university in an education- or human services-related field.
• At least 2 years of verified child care experience (2,500 hours).
• Passion for working with children in a fun, diverse environment.
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep trainings up to date.

Responsibilities

• Find engaging ways to help children learn while maintaining an environment that builds their self-esteem.
• Plan and implement the program curriculum, ensuring child-centered and developmentally appropriate learning experiences; use positive reinforcement for behavioral management.
• Conduct and record weekly child observations, including observations related to behavior concerns or development that may require early intervention with parents or guardians.
• Communicate effectively and promptly with parents and guardians about children’s program experiences and progress, both verbally and in writing, while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, allergy reports, timesheets, incident reports, weekly reports, and child observation reports.
• Maintain centers with quality learning materials, organized in labeled containers for the appropriate learning centers.
• Attend monthly team-planning meetings, or more often as needed.
• Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign and work to develop donors and volunteers.
• Supervise all staff on site.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
• Support from an amazing team.
• Opportunities to learn and grow at the YMCA.

What This Job Offers

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