School Age Director

YMCA of West Bend•West Bend, WI

10d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Branch Director, the School Age Director supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Develops, organizes and implements high-quality licensed YMCA before and after school child care programs. Assists the with Day Camp Director with oversite of the licensed summer day camp programs.

Requirements

21 years of age
Minimum of Associates Degree required, degree in related field preferred
Minimum 240 hours experience as a child care teacher or center director in a group child care center
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience overseeing a youth program
Must meet Wisconsin Licensing qualifications for Center Director; Must meet qualifications for Center Director of 51 or more within 24 months
Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

Responsibilities

Manages, directs and coordinates the school age childcare programs for assigned location(s); ensures high quality programs and establishes new program activities; expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
Assist the Day Camp Director to coordinator the Day Camp program.
Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed; reviews and evaluates staff performance; develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
Develops, manages and controls budgets related to the position; ensures program operates within budget and that program fees are collected; supports and budgets for healthy eating through coaching, mentoring, and monitoring menu quality.
Ensures that YMCA program standards and Wisconsin State Licensing requirements are met and safety procedures followed.
Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living.
Develops and maintains relationships with Wisconsin state childcare licensing, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs; responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Maintains proper records/department files.
Attends Day Camp and School Age Cabinet meetings.
Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
Compiles program statistics; monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook.
Performs other duties as assigned.