Childcare Director - Topeka YMCA

GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director, this position is responsible for the management of the Early Learning Center and Before & After School programs, related programs and special events for early childhood participants and families. This is a 40 hour a week position.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Degree and/or credential in Child Development or Early Childhood or a BA or BS degree in related field with 12 college credit hours in early childhood
• Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE) Program Director Approval (PDA) for up to 100 infant/toddler/preschool/ school-age children
• Three years of experience working with children birth to six years of age
• Experience supervising adults and working with collaborative agencies
• CPR, AED, First Aid certification or acquire within 30 days of hire
• Must attend NEO within 30 days of hire

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Visual, auditory and verbal ability to communicate effectively
• High levels of alertness, concentration and initiative
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend in addition to withstanding periods of active routines outside
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times

Job Requirements:

• Commitment to YMCA mission, vision and values
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills
• Strong leadership skills managing different levels of staff
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with administrators, KDHE, staff team, parents and youth
• Ability to effectively supervise and motivate staff and volunteers of all levels
• Ability to interpret, implement and enforce all KDHE and CACFP regulations and all Child Care and Camp Branch program policies
• Create and maintain an atmosphere that values diversity and inclusion

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively communicate the mission, vision and values of the Wichita YMCA
• Attend YMCA staff meetings, one-on-ones with supervisor, community meetings and trainings as required
• Provide daily contact with staff on site
• Hold parent meetings, volunteer focus sessions and post weekly schedule for parents/staff/guardians
• Assist in implementing quality curriculum
• Train staff in specific programming techniques, completing accreditation, and subject areas
• Ensure all staff, including self, meet KDHE training requirements annually
• Ensure compliance with all KDHE regulations, partnership agreement, grants and all state and federal funding guidelines
• Provide the necessary equipment, supplies and resources for use by staff in implementing curriculum
• Maintain daily parent/guardian contact
• Complete monthly reports as requested including: CACFP report, attendance, and assessment reports
• Develop and manage the site budget
• Complete all necessary paperwork for KDHE licensing, inspections, and changes
• Know and follow all applicable YMCA policies concerning required paperwork/ forms
• Maintain a regular, posted work schedule Monday through Friday during program operating hours
• Inform corporate office when there is a need to advertise for staff
• Recruit, hire and train ELC staff, and when needed, terminate staff
• Manage all operational staffing issues
• Maintain clean, organized office and ELC site
• Follow up on maintenance issues with Branch Director and ELC Senior Program Director
• Implement character development on a daily basis with all staff and participants
• Elicit a positive attitude and enthusiasm for you staff
• Share all concerns and complaints directly to ELC Senior Program Director
• All other duties as assigned

EFFECT ON END RESULT: The achievement of Association and Branch goals and objectives with high levels of participation, satisfaction and retention of participants and employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Leadership Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $19 - $24