About Us

For 86 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.

Each and every day girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing amount of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.

Position Summary 

Under the supervision of the Program/Executive Director, the Child Care Director is responsible for the planning, development and effective implementation of the operation of a quality school age childcare program that complies with current Delacare and Delaware STARS rules and regulations. This position requires the maintenance of the Delaware Star Level Five Program and knowledge of various educational approaches, software and other educational materials.

Essential Functions

• Manage day-to-day operation of the Club’s morning and afternoon licensed childcare program and summer camp program.
• Interpret and maintain compliance with current state licensing requirements for school age childcare centers; address non-compliance issues as needed.
• Control expenditures against an assigned budget; recommend income and expense projections for assigned areas of responsibility; assist with the financial development of the childcare program.
• Lead staff in long and short-range program planning to ensure a variety of age-appropriate programs and activities, which reflect Boys & Girls Club’s five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy, for children in K through 8^th grade; may include teen programming.
• Consistently incorporate “high yield learning activities” in all childcare programs and utilizing the BGCA tool kit and other curriculum resources to provide fun, engaging, and interactive activities for all children.
• Planning and preparation for before and after care curriculum, as well as staff and transportation schedules.
• Support the planning and execution of staff professional development in-service opportunities.
• Collaborate with outside community agencies for enhanced childcare programming opportunities, including workshops around preventative health and other broader community topics/resources.
• Ensure safe implementation of all childcare activities including the condition of equipment and facilities, age-appropriate activities and appropriate use of equipment and supplies.
• Directly supervise children and youth within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, and in compliance with applicable state licensing and Delaware STARS regulations.
• Maintain regular contact with parents/guardians concerning programs, schedules, developmental progress (including behavioral issues), payments, etc.
• Within established organizational guidelines, develop and maintain systems for accurately tracking attendance, payments, school grades, medical issues, and other needed information.
• Complete and submit reports and perform other administrative tasks as needed or directed, including Purchase of Care reimbursements. 
• At all times, present yourself as a positive role model for youth. 
• Through effective marketing and promotion, good public relations, and quality programming, reach and maintain necessary childcare participation levels.
• Within guidelines established by the Program/Executive Director, the Child Care Director will recruit, hire, train and supervise staff and volunteers as needed; ensure that childcare staff members meet qualifications and ongoing training requirements per state licensing regulations. 
• Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Clubs in the community. 
• Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed. 
• Support and contribute to the success of other staff members.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Minimum Requirements (School-Age Site Coordinator):

• Twenty (20) years of age or older

• Must be able to pass an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check per Delacare regulations.

• High school diploma or its equivalency recognized by the Delaware Department of Education
• Twelve (12) college credits from a regionally accredited institution in recreation, elementary education, school-age care, or school0age administration AND
• One (1) year of full-time experience (must be equivalent to 1,000 hours) working with children in kindergarten through sixth grade in a group setting.

Preferred Qualifications: (School-Age Administrator):

• Twenty (21) years of age or older
• Must have a bachelor’s degree or associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Fifteen (15) college credits with three (3) from each of the following area: child development/learning, environment/curriculum, social-emotional development, observation/assessment; and one three- credit course in school-age elective AND
• Eighteen (18) months of (must be equivalent to 1,500 hours) experience working with children kindergarten through sixth grade in a group setting.

Working Conditions:

• The majority of the work time is split between an office and Club setting, which may include activities out of doors. Occasional travel in and out of town is required. Occasional weekend work is required. 
• Frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing room for instruction.
• Typically bends, stoops, walks and sometimes runs on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day. 
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• High energy, comfort with multi-tasking, able to work with numerous deadlines.
• Employees are subject to transfer from one department to another and from one club/school site to another as the needs of the organization change.

 Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm 

Employee Benefits Incentives

All of our employees are valued and receive competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage for individual & immediate family
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Free childcare for school-aged children based upon site availability 
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Note: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. 

Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.