The Director of Childcare is responsible for leading childcare programs for the North YMCA Family Center. This person is responsible for 5 after-school sites, 1 before-school sites and 1 summer day camp at the North YMCA. The director will supervise 16-20 school-age childcare counselors . The Director of Childcare is sure to make a long-lasting impact in the Arlington-Mansfield community!
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Director of Childcare is responsible for planning, administration, supervision, and development of all related childcare and day camp programs. This includes the careful selection and development of staff, meeting all licensing requirements, developing and implementing the program content, budget development, sound fiscal management, evaluation, safety control, marketing and advertising, and planning for future growth.
- Responsible for maintaining programs, budgets, and staff of all related programs
- Hire, train, and supervise staff to ensure quality daily administration, program, planning, implementation, and staff/child ratios
- Ensure quality programs, curriculum and training, as well as expand programs within the community in accordance with the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA’s strategic and operational plans
- Assure compliance with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services licensing and local regulations
- Maintain proper and accurate records and departmental files
- Develop and maintain relationships with school administration, parents, and other organizations related to all programs
- Respond to all agency, parent, and community inquiries and concerns in a timely manner
- Manage the financial responsibilities associated with all programs, assisting with marketing and distribution of program information
- Responsible for all aspects of our Kid Zone and Parent's Night Out programs
- Provide leadership to the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA’s Annual Support Campaign as assigned
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- At least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare program serving in the role of Childcare Director preferred
- Must meet the qualifications of a Director for the TDFPS
- Must have a valid driver license
- Must have dependable transportation to visit sites regularly
- Excellent verbal and written communication, strong background in program administration, training and marketing
- Must have strong skills in planning, organizing, relationship building, recruiting, customer service, and program development
- Ability to ensure all activities are safe and punctual
- Ability to implement member incentives and retention programs
- Must pass Criminal Background Check and MVR- Motor Vehicle (must have insurable driver’s record)
- Establish plans for expansion of programs and services with overall YMCA objectives
- Ability to meet the needs of members and the community
Salary: $40,000.00 - $46,000.00