School Age Child Care Site Director - Montour
About The Position
The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking a mission-driven Site Director to lead its Before and After School Program at Montour Elementary School. As part of the Youth Development team, the Site Director coordinates daily programming, supports staff, and helps provide engaging experiences that foster children’s social, emotional, and academic growth while serving families and school partners. The position works closely with a Program Director and is responsible for implementing curriculum, maintaining licensing and quality standards, and delivering excellent customer service. During the summer, the Site Director serves as an Assistant Director at a Summer Day Camp location. The school-year program operates each school day from 6:45–8:45 AM and 2:30–6:00 PM. The YMCA emphasizes caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, belonging, and meaningful achievement, and aims to provide safe, welcoming, and supportive environments for children, families, and staff.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in youth programs and at least 1 year of staff supervision.
- 2,500 hours of verifiable experience working directly with school-age youth, or an associate or bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field.
- Reliable transportation or reliable access to transportation.
- Required clearances: Act 33, Act 34, Act 151, and NSOR.
- Mandated Reporter Certification within 45 days; paid training is provided.
- Complete health/TB screening and 10 hours of DHS training within 30 days; paid training is provided.
- CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification within 90 days; paid training is provided.
- Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and safely supervise program activities.
Nice To Haves
- A relationship-builder who connects easily with families, school personnel, and community partners.
- Organized, energetic, and flexible, with initiative and the ability to problem-solve in real time.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the Before and After School Program at Montour Elementary School.
- Coordinate daily programming and help implement curriculum that supports children’s social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Maintain compliance with Department of Human Services licensing requirements, Keystone STARS Quality Standards, and safety standards, including staff-to-child ratios.
- Assist with recruiting, screening, training, supervising, observing, and evaluating teachers.
- Monitor compliance with staff training requirements established by DHS, Keystone STARS, and the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh.
- Maintain complete and current records for children and staff.
- Develop and maintain relationships with parents and volunteers to support daily operations, special activities, and quality improvement.
- Provide customer service to families and work with school partners.
- Serve as an Assistant Director at a Summer Day Camp location during summer months.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership.
- Professional development opportunities and paid certifications.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employee contribution options.
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits.
- Supportive team culture that values innovation, learning, and fun.
- Paid training for Mandated Reporter Certification, DHS training, and CPR and Pediatric First Aid.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
