Director of after school program job description

We all know that it takes a village to develop a child; at the Y, we know that before and after school programs are a vital member of every child's village. As a Child Care Site Director, you will have the unique opportunity and privilege to impact the lives of youth and their families and lead a staff team of emerging youth development leaders. Each day, you will lead, manage, organize and engage children and staff team members in a well-rounded before and after school program, that includes academic support, educational enrichment, family engagement, school partnerships, STEAM, physical activity/fitness and more. Your program is located on the campus of a public school, where you partner with your school principal/administrators and school-based parent organizations, like to PTA, to ensure that the YMCA is engaged, involved and emerged into the school culture. Before the kiddos arrive, you complete all of your paperwork, submit your snack order, pick-up your supply order from Amazon in the main office, and submit your licensing reports. While the children are present, you work with them and your staff through the daily curriculum and at the end of the day, you greet parents as they pick-up and get ready for the next day. You start the next day by attending a staff team member meeting, where you plan out upcoming events and initiatives.

In your role as a site director, you develop, organize and implement a high qualify licensed child care program. You understand licensing regulations and ensure that your program follows Title 22, at all times. You assist with budget development and in securing the necessary supplies. You support your supervisor with the on-boarding and training of new staff team members. You observe, coach and provide feedback to your staff team. You ensure close visual supervision of all children in your care and follow-up all YMCA child abuse prevention and reporting policies. You manage children's behavior using a positive approach, consisting or redirection, proactive strategies and logical consequences. You adhere to program standards for cleanliness and safety and maintain all YMCA risk management policies. You cultivate positive relationships with parents, the host school, staff team members and the community. You attend and support all fundraising initiatives, family events, staff meetings and trainings.

This program operates on the campus of a public school. For this position, shifts are typically split, 7:00am-8:30am and 11:30am-6:00pm, Monday - Friday. There are occasional night and weekend trainings throughout the year. During school breaks, this program operates a full-day day camp program, with hour typically ranging between 10:00am-6:00pm.
Employee Benefits

* This is a full-time, permanent position with year-round work (40 hours per week).
* Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; life and disability insurance, etc.
* Vacation and sick time accrual, floating holidays, holiday pay
* 10% YMCA Retirement Fund contribution, upon eligibility.
* Free YMCA gym membership for you, your spouse or domestic partner and for your minor children (access to our fitness facilities, group exercise classes and free child care while you work out). Free membership access to any YMCA in the United States (nationwide).
* 20% employee discount on all YMCA programs.
* Upon hire, access to free CPR, First Aid, Preventative Health & Safety and Basic Water Rescue certification courses.
* Upon hire, access to paid professional development and staff training throughout the year.
* Referral bonuses.

Qualifications

* Twenty-one years or older.
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Must have full knowledge of California Title 22 Regulations for Child Care Programs; must be Title 22 Center Director qualified for School-Age Programs.
* ECE/CD UNITS: Option 1: Twelve (12) semester units in ECE or CD. Of the Twelves (12) units, six (6) units can be substituted for recreation, arts & humanities, human services. Three (3) semester units in Administration or Staff Relations. Option 2: AA or Bachelor with three (3) units in ECE, CD or School-Age child courses and three (3) units in administration or staff relations.
* Four years' experience supervising group child care center. Previous experience working with school age children in a group setting (preferred). Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
* Strong character values, strong communication skills, emotional maturity
* Current TB and physical exam. Proof of vaccination or immunization for pertussis (TDAP), and measles (MMR).
* Proof of full vaccination for COVID-19, as required by the school district.

Upon hire, the YMCA provides all youth development staff with paid trainings throughout the season in the following areas: child abuse prevention, mandated reporting, positive discipline and child guidance, supervision and safety, risk management, programming, active shooter, diversity & inclusion, anti-bullying, communication and child development. A full job description for this position is available upon request.

We all know that it takes a village to develop a child; at the Y, we know that before and after school programs are a vital member of every child's village. As a Child Care Site Director, you will have the unique opportunity and privilege to impact the lives of youth and their families and lead a staff team of emerging youth development leaders. Each day, you will lead, manage, organize and engage children and staff team members in a well-rounded before and after school program, that includes academic support, educational enrichment, family engagement, school partnerships, STEAM, physical activity/fitness and more. Your program is located on the campus of a public school, where you partner with your school principal/administrators and school-based parent organizations, like to PTA, to ensure that the YMCA is engaged, involved and emerged into the school culture. Before the kiddos arrive, you complete all of your paperwork, submit your snack order, pick-up your supply order from Amazon in the main office, and submit your licensing reports. While the children are present, you work with them and your staff through the daily curriculum and at the end of the day, you greet parents as they pick-up and get ready for the next day. You start the next day by attending a staff team member meeting, where you plan out upcoming events and initiatives.

In your role as a site director, you develop, organize and implement a high qualify licensed child care program. You understand licensing regulations and ensure that your program follows Title 22, at all times. You assist with budget development and in securing the necessary supplies. You support your supervisor with the on-boarding and training of new staff team members. You observe, coach and provide feedback to your staff team. You ensure close visual supervision of all children in your care and follow-up all YMCA child abuse prevention and reporting policies. You manage children's behavior using a positive approach, consisting or redirection, proactive strategies and logical consequences. You adhere to program standards for cleanliness and safety and maintain all YMCA risk management policies. You cultivate positive relationships with parents, the host school, staff team members and the community. You attend and support all fundraising initiatives, family events, staff meetings and trainings.

This program operates on the campus of a public school. For this position, shifts are typically split, 7:00am-8:30am and 11:30am-6:00pm, Monday - Friday. There are occasional night and weekend trainings throughout the year. During school breaks, this program operates a full-day day camp program, with hour typically ranging between 10:00am-6:00pm.
Employee Benefits

* This is a full-time, permanent position with year-round work (40 hours per week).
* Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; life and disability insurance, etc.
* Vacation and sick time accrual, floating holidays, holiday pay
* 10% YMCA Retirement Fund contribution, upon eligibility.
* Free YMCA gym membership for you, your spouse or domestic partner and for your minor children (access to our fitness facilities, group exercise classes and free child care while you work out). Free membership access to any YMCA in the United States (nationwide).
* 20% employee discount on all YMCA programs.
* Upon hire, access to free CPR, First Aid, Preventative Health & Safety and Basic Water Rescue certification courses.
* Upon hire, access to paid professional development and staff training throughout the year.
* Referral bonuses.

Qualifications

* Twenty-one years or older.
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Must have full knowledge of California Title 22 Regulations for Child Care Programs; must be Title 22 Center Director qualified for School-Age Programs.
* ECE/CD UNITS: Option 1: Twelve (12) semester units in ECE or CD. Of the Twelves (12) units, six (6) units can be substituted for recreation, arts & humanities, human services. Three (3) semester units in Administration or Staff Relations. Option 2: AA or Bachelor with three (3) units in ECE, CD or School-Age child courses and three (3) units in administration or staff relations.
* Four years' experience supervising group child care center. Previous experience working with school age children in a group setting (preferred). Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
* Strong character values, strong communication skills, emotional maturity
* Current TB and physical exam. Proof of vaccination or immunization for pertussis (TDAP), and measles (MMR).
* Proof of full vaccination for COVID-19, as required by the school district.

Upon hire, the YMCA provides all youth development staff with paid trainings throughout the season in the following areas: child abuse prevention, mandated reporting, positive discipline and child guidance, supervision and safety, risk management, programming, active shooter, diversity & inclusion, anti-bullying, communication and child development. A full job description for this position is available upon request.

Effective Date: 7/1/2018

FLSA: Exempt

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Summary

The Program Director is responsible for assuring all program mandates and standards are met. This position develops the structure, systems and procedures to facilitate best practices, and program outcomes. In addition to operating responsibility for fiscal and programmatic aspects of the program, it bears the responsibility of assuring that the program is strategically positioned for the future. At the discretion of the Director, some responsibilities may be delegated to other staff.

Essential Functions:

• Provides guidance and leadership to staff to emphasize the importance of the program achieving high standards of quality, internally and through public and private sector partnerships.

• Works with other organizations in the community to foster collaboration.

• In conjunction with the Board of Directors, staff and Parent committees, leads planning meetings in which long and short-term goals for improvement are established.

• In conjunction with the Development department helps with the monitoring and report of any additional funding.

• Facilitates professional development of all staff as part of the commitment to excellence by providing and/or secures training and technical assistance for all staff.

• Assures remediation of any non-compliances found in delegate or grantee assessment and incorporates recommendations into planning for the improvement of the program.

• Maintains a close working relationship with the Fiscal Department which provides the Director with information for budget writing and the status of the budget to facilitate effective oversight of expenditures.

• Hires, and if necessary, terminates staff, complying with applicable laws, regulations, Agency Personnel Policies and Procedure, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Program/Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with agency policies and applicable laws. Solid comprehension of Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) where applicable. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, directing work, rewarding, disciplining employees, performance reviews, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications Required:

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with NYS certification in Early Childhood.

• 5 years’ experience preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.

• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task

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