Child Care Site Manager - Before/After School Enrichment

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Fort Washington, PA

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About The Position

The Child Care Site Manager leads a before- and after-school enrichment program for the 2026–2027 school year. The role focuses on creating engaging, supportive learning environments for children, planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, maintaining accurate program records, communicating with families, and supervising on-site staff. The manager also participates in team planning and supports the YMCA’s Annual Campaign by helping develop donors and volunteers.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited college or university in an education- or human-services-related field.
• At least 2 years of verified child care experience, equivalent to 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

• Develop engaging ways to help children learn while maintaining environments that build children’s self-esteem.
• Plan and implement curriculum and ensure child-centered, developmentally appropriate learning experiences across classrooms.
• Use positive reinforcement for behavioral management.
• Conduct and record weekly child observations, including observations related to behavioral concerns or development that may require early intervention with parents or guardians.
• Communicate patiently, kindly, 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.
• Keep centers supplied with quality learning materials and organize them in labeled containers associated with appropriate learning centers.
• Attend monthly team-planning meetings or additional meetings as needed.
• Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign and help 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