School Age Director

Old Colony YMCA•Brockton, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA is seeking a dynamic School Age Director to lead and grow its School Age Programs. This role involves shaping meaningful experiences for children, supporting families, and leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong teams, and is driven by purpose. The School Age Director plans, directs, and oversees all aspects of EEC licensed School Age Programs in Kingston, Halifax, and Plympton, MA (4 sites), ensuring high-quality, safe, and enriching experiences for children. This role is responsible for program operations, staff leadership, financial management, and community engagement, all while upholding the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Requirements

Must meet the qualifications of an EEC Site Coordinator
Minimum of 21 years of age or older
Must have 6 months of administrative experience OR evidence of satisfactory completion of at least nine credits in management or administration in subject areas from an accredited institution of higher learning.
Experience may include working in an EEC licensed child care program as a Director I or Director II with documented evidence of an EEC Preschool Lead Teacher Certificate.
Evidence of administrative experience includes; any position of leadership that is responsible for administrative management, human resources, or finances of any business.
2+ years of supervisory and program management experience
Experience managing budgets and driving program growth
CPR/AED & First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)
Passion for youth development and community impact
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and early mornings

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations of school age programs, ensuring excellence in service and delivery
Develop and implement program goals aligned with YMCA mission and strategic vision
Ensure full compliance with EEC licensing regulations and safety standards
Monitor enrollment and drive outreach/marketing efforts to achieve capacity goals
Evaluate and expand program offerings based on community needs
Collaborate with leadership on branch-wide events and initiatives
Support Summer Camp planning and operations
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff
Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Provide ongoing coaching, training, and professional development
Lead regular staff meetings and ensure clear communication across teams
Ensure all staff maintain required certifications and trainings
Develop, manage, and monitor department budgets
Ensure fiscal responsibility, cost control, and adherence to YMCA policies
Support fundraising efforts, including the Annual Campaign
Meet or exceed revenue and enrollment targets
Build strong relationships with families, schools, and community partners
Address feedback, concerns, and inquiries promptly and professionally
Serve as a YMCA ambassador through public relations and outreach efforts
Maintain clean, safe, and organized program spaces
Support emergency procedures and safety protocols
Engage volunteers and support cross-department collaboration