Floating Early Education Director - YMCA of the North Shore

YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE INC • Beverly, MA

4d • $60,000 - $67,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Floating Director of Early Learning provides hands-on leadership and operational support across YMCA of the North Shore Early Learning centers. The Director steps in during leadership absences, vacancies, transitions, and other periods of need to maintain consistent, high-quality care and a safe, welcoming environment for children and families.

The role supports program operations, classroom routines, curriculum implementation, staffing coverage, educator coaching, licensing compliance, child safety, family communication, and center administration. The Floating Director collaborates with permanent Directors, Executive Directors, HR, and association support teams and adapts to the needs of different centers and teams. Reliable transportation and a flexible schedule are required to travel between locations as needed.

Requirements

• Meet Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and New Hampshire child care licensing requirements for a Director.
• Successfully complete and maintain all required state background record checks.
• Maintain required documentation and certifications in the educator file in accordance with state licensing regulations.
• Complete required training, certifications, and program orientation in accordance with state licensing requirements and the YMCA of the North Shore Training Plan.
• Maintain reliable transportation to travel between YMCA Early Learning locations.
• Maintain current Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Have strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally.
• Have demonstrated experience supervising, evaluating, and supporting staff.
• Have knowledge of child growth and development from infancy through kindergarten.
• Be able to walk, stand, and sit, including on the floor, for extended periods; work indoors and outdoors in varying weather; lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds; and bend, lean, kneel, twist, and reach as needed.
• Be able to communicate effectively with children, families, and staff and observe program activities, recognize potential safety concerns, and respond to emergencies.
• Be able to travel between YMCA locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership at assigned Early Learning centers to maintain safe, stable, and effective operations.
• Support classroom routines, curriculum implementation, developmentally appropriate practices, and positive behavior guidance.
• Work directly with children, educators, and families to identify needs and address operational challenges.
• Coordinate transitions with permanent Directors and Executive Directors and follow up on outstanding priorities.
• Review and adjust staffing schedules, classroom assignments, breaks, and coverage to maintain licensing ratios and active supervision.
• Step into classrooms as needed to support staffing coverage and continuity of care.
• Provide hands-on support, coaching, observations, and feedback to educators.
• Assist with interviews, onboarding, and staff development activities as requested.
• Address immediate staff and classroom concerns and escalate ongoing personnel matters to the appropriate leadership team.
• Ensure daily compliance with Massachusetts EEC and New Hampshire CCLU licensing requirements, YMCA policies, health and safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct classroom reviews and licensing audits, identify areas for improvement, and coordinate timely corrective action.
• Review and maintain required documentation, including incident reports, medication records, fire drill logs, and children’s and staff records.
• Respond promptly to safety and licensing concerns and escalate significant issues through established procedures.
• Maintain a visible leadership presence and positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Communicate daily priorities, staffing changes, and operational updates clearly and professionally.
• Respond to routine family questions and concerns and escalate sensitive matters appropriately.
• Collaborate with permanent Directors, Executive Directors, HR, and association support teams to ensure consistent communication and support.
• Use YMCA systems, including Kaymbu, Paycom, Verkada, and other approved platforms, to support operations and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor staffing, classroom supplies, facility needs, and other resources; coordinate routine purchases and services within approved procedures and budgets.
• Maintain coverage calendars and communicate assignments and availability to appropriate teams.
• Document updates, licensing findings, staffing needs, and pending items to support transitions between assignments.
• Adapt to different centers, teams, systems, and operational needs across the YMCA of the North Shore.
• Build relationships with center Directors and staff and become familiar with YMCA resources and procedures.
• Complete required training and other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 12% employer retirement contribution once vested, with no employee match required.
• Health and dental insurance available for eligible full-time employees.
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Family YMCA membership and discounts on YMCA programs.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Paid training, professional development, and opportunities to grow across seven YMCA locations.

What This Job Offers

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