Child Care Site Manager - Before/After School Enrichment

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Child Care Site Manager oversees a before- and after-school enrichment program for the 2026–2027 school year. The role involves planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum; supporting children’s learning and self-esteem; maintaining safe, organized, and engaging program environments; and communicating with families about children’s experiences and progress. The manager supervises all staff at the site, maintains required records and reports, and participates in YMCA team planning and community fundraising efforts.

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 (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 environments that build children’s self-esteem.
• Plan and implement curriculum, ensuring child-centered and developmentally appropriate learning experiences throughout 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 or guardians about children’s program experiences and progress, both verbally and in writing, while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Maintain daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, allergy reports, timesheets, incident reports, weekly reports, and child observation reports accurately and in compliance with requirements.
• Ensure centers have quality learning materials organized 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 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