School Age Child Care Director

Pcc Sacc•Redwood City, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Peninsula Covenant Church (PCC) is seeking a School-Age Child Care (SACC) Director to lead their after-school and summer programming for kindergarten through middle school children. This role involves developing and overseeing staff who partner with parents and school administrators to nurture children's physical, emotional, social, and academic growth. The SACC Director will provide an environment where children and families can be introduced to faith and encounter Jesus. The church is a vibrant, Christ-centered organization with dynamic ministries and a collaborative culture.

Requirements

Three years of successful experience leading children’s programs and/or related activities.
B.A. with a major or emphasis in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; minimum 24 units required
Minimum 3 years supervisory and/or management experience.
A deep, personal relationship with Jesus and a commitment to living a biblically faithful life.
Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach to leadership.
Capacity to mentor and disciple staff, fostering personal and professional growth.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Flexibility and adaptability, thriving in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
A passion for children and a heart for discipleship, with the ability to teach, counsel, and encourage children, families, and staff in their faith.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to connect with children, parents, and staff in a loving and professional manner.
Experience in effective execution of a strategic plan at a tactical level.
Completion of Ministry Safe coursework (upon hire)
Completion of Dept. of Social Services Orientation Class for Child Center Directors (upon hire)
Maintain current certification of Adult and Child CPR and basic First Aid
Ability to physically engage, including kneeling and running, with children while participating in indoor and outdoor activities, in all weather conditions.
Ability to walk around 16-acre campus with ease, including stairs, ensuring all areas of the program are properly supervised and safe.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and frequently lift up to 15 lbs.
Current and clean CA DMV record and required auto insurance.
Must adhere to PCC’s Safe Church policies, including mandatory background check.

Responsibilities

Lead the SACC program with a Christ-centered approach, ensuring biblical principles are incorporated into all activities and interactions.
Cultivate a culture of discipleship within the program, helping children, families, and staff grow in their faith.
Develop, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate programs that meet the children's physical, emotional, social, and academic growth and align with the organization’s mission.
Ensure the safety of the children through compliance with PCC’s Safe Church policies, all state licensing and local requirements, and utilization of best practice models.
Recruit, hire, and manage staff; provide training, coaching, and mentorship to ensure program delivery excellence and staff’s personal and spiritual growth.
Provide coaching and direction to staff specific to children’s behavior concerns, communicating concerns with families, and development and implementation of behavior plans as necessary.
Set and manage the program’s budget and ensure financial stewardship aligns with organizational policies.
Set and lead effective marketing and communications plans.
Manage vehicles and ensure safe transportation of children to and from school sites.
Build strong relationships with local public school staff and community partners to serve as an advocate for Christian education and child care standards.
Actively integrate families into the larger church community, including collaboration with other ministry teams (e.g., Kids Ministry, Student Ministry), offering a seamless faith journey for children.