The YMCA Site Director is responsible for oversight of the day-to-day operations for a designated after school program, including planning, coordination, and supervision of the program to ensure that families receive quality services which provide for growth in academics, social emotional development, and health and wellness. In addition, he/she ensures focus on programming that promotes healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. The Site Coordinator reports to a Program Administrator connected to a branch location of the YMCA of Greater Boston.
Areas of Responsibility:
Leadership & Communication
- Develop & instill strong, positive program culture among staff, students, families, and larger school community in the home language of the students and families being served
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with connected schools
- Participate in networking meetings with other YMCA Site Directors
Family & Teacher Engagement
- Institute with Program Administrator a system for communicating with parents, teachers, and other school personnel on individual student needs and assessments in home language of families
- Design and distribute newsletters to the parents & school community, highlighting the successes of the afterschool program
Effect on End Results
Effectiveness is measured by:
- The degree to which progress reports reflect children’s growth in designated outcomes
- Positive parental/child evaluation of program
- Positive reports from EEC site visits and continued progress on the QRIS scale
- The degree to which children are provided with positive channels in which to grow, learn, and develop
- The degree to which parents/families, other YMCA staff, and the community are engaged in the programs
Educational Background:
Degree in a related field required
Skills/Experience:
- Director qualified by Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations
- Fluent in Spanish
- Must be motivated, energetic, punctual, responsible, and exhibit a positive attitude to be an excellent role model for children and staff members
- Ability to lead, teach, and interact with parents, staff, teachers, children, and the school community
- Experience with the MA Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) and related assessment materials
- Full commitment to the mission/philosophy of the YMCA
- Knowledge of and ability to facilitate Early Education & Care (EEC) regulations
- Excitement and positive attitude toward working with children
- Dedication to the pursuit of education (for self and students)
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jul 18 2018
Active Until:
Aug 18 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit