Childcare Site Director - Warrensville YMCA - BT Woodland Hills

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Warrensville Heights, OH

105d • Onsite

About The Position

The Site Director oversees the effective and efficient operation of one or two YMCA childcare sites, managing Before & Afterschool Enrichment and/or Early Learning programs. The role includes creating and implementing lesson plans, maintaining site records, and meeting state licensing requirements and program-management standards. The Site Director is expected to work directly in the childcare program up to 50% of the time.

The role supervises Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers, supports staff development, designs age-appropriate learning opportunities, and uses assessment information to inform curriculum and guidance. The Site Director creates an inclusive and respectful environment for children and families, communicates with families and community partners, maintains safe and clean facilities, and supports emergency preparedness. The position also maintains required site files and supplies, contributes to program planning and improvement, and promotes the program in the community.

Requirements

• Education and/or certification that meets OCCRRA requirements for CPL 3.
• CPR certification at the Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer level, Basic First Aid, Emergency Oxygen Administration, and associated-determined safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• At least 3 years of experience working in a school-age or preschool childcare setting.
• At least 1 year of experience supervising and managing staff.
• At least 1 year of experience working with Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from different social and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to administer program, fiscal, and personnel policies and apply modern management skills, including continuous improvement, to achieve organizational goals.
• Strong relationship-building and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time-management, customer-service, attention-to-detail, and organizational skills; ability to multitask and handle a high volume of work.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Willingness and ability to act as a mandated reporter and follow the YMCA’s child abuse and neglect reporting process.
• Ability to drive between sites throughout Northeast Ohio and travel as required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds; frequently walk, stoop, bend, crouch, and kneel; and stand for long periods.
• Frequently communicate with students.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with diverse populations.
• At least 2 years of experience with ODJFS licensing procedures and Step Up to Quality requirements.
• Experience with a comparable payroll/HRIS system; preference for ADP, Kronos, or Ceridian.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the site meets ODJFS day care licensing standards and all licensing requirements.
• Directly supervise Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers; review their performance and recommend training or staffing changes when appropriate.
• Design and implement learning opportunities with goals and objectives that support children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Use assessment and screening information in curriculum and program decisions and apply age-appropriate guidance strategies.
• Partner with others to develop and implement individualized guidance strategies.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment for children, youth, and families.
• Build positive working relationships with program participants, parents, and local community groups and organizations.
• Share information with families about learning activities, the environment, and child development.
• Communicate and follow emergency preparedness plans; ensure daily cleaning and maintenance of the space and facility.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, administer First Aid when required, and notify the supervisor of parent concerns or unsafe conditions.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor about center operations.
• Participate in strategic planning and goal setting for program improvement.
• Implement strategies that promote the value of the program in the community.
• Maintain files containing policies, school-year schedules, ODJFS child day care rules, child enrollment information, and staff records.
• Ensure the site has essential supplies, coordinating orders with District Coordinators.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work directly in the childcare program up to 50% of the time.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at businesses in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan, including health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Plan, retirement contributions of 9% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed