Director, Childcare (4406)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Van Nuys, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Director is responsible for program development, safety, and parent communication for the YMCA Afterschool Program. The Site Director will be responsible for maintaining licensing standards, managing a monthly curriculum, staff development, fiscal management, and program marketing. The Site Director will relate well to both children and adults and possess the ability to provide leadership and stability for program continuity.

Requirements

Eighteen years or older
OPTION 1: High School Graduate or GED. 12 Units that include courses in (1) child growth & development or human growth and development; (2) child, family, and community or child and family, (3) and program/curriculum. 3 Units in administration or staff relations. 4 years documented teaching experience in group child care program.
OPTION 2: Associate of Arts degree with emphasis in early childhood education or child development. 3 Units in administration or staff relations. 2 years of teaching experience in group child care program.
OPTION 3: Bachelor degree in early childhood education or child development. 3 Units in administration or staff relations. 1 year experience in teaching in a group child care program.
OPTION 4: Current Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or Child Development Program Director Permit from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Experience working with children and staff in a childcare setting
Strong character values, communication skills, emotional maturity
Current First Aid, Adult, Infant and Child CPR Certifications, Preventative Health Practices (PHP) required for position.
Current TB, influenza (limited exceptions), pertussis, and measles vaccination and physical exam.
Ability to lift 30-35lbs

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and implementation of enrollment goals identified in Branch Operating Plan.
Ensure that program site is licensed and always in compliance with licensing, including maintaining licensing ratios at all times.
Implement well-rounded calendar and curriculum that is asset based and achieves YMCA goals with children and families.
Ensure all staff interact, initiate, and encourage children in activities.
Ensure all staff manage children’s behavior using a positive approach, including using redirection and constructive discipline.
Ensure close supervision of children at all times. At no time will a child be left unsupervised.
Initiate, establish, and maintain strong communications with parents, including complete information regarding program, schedules, and special events.
Administer continuous program feedback to parents regarding their child/children’s participation and behavior in the program, including one-to-one conferences with parents when necessary.
Maintain commitment to safety through regular and documented on-site safety inspections.
Meet Association standards for safety and risk management.
Ensure that all facilities, program areas, and equipment are clean and in proper working order. Report problems promptly and appropriately.
Assist in the recruitment and hiring of staff using screening tools and panel interviews.
Assist Program Director in the supervision of staff, assuring staff are qualified, certified, and meeting minimum performance standards.
Assist in the training of staff and volunteers on an ongoing basis through staff meetings, courses, and workshops.
Assist in the development of the annual operating budget for the site.
Assist in managing the site budget to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual goals.
Assist in the development of work schedules, coordinate daily work, and ensure timecards are properly recorded by employees.
Promote, establish, and maintain good school-program and PTA-program relationships.
Identify program volunteer positions and assist with the identification, recruitment, and tracking of program volunteers.
Work with parent committee to plan and implement regular Family Events.
Understand and be able to discuss and promote all YMCA programs and ensure all staff members are familiar with all programs offered at the YMCA.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate the YMCA core values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and fellow staff.
Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.