The Director of Childcare is responsible for leading childcare programs at the Central YMCA Family Center. This person is responsible for 7 after-school sites, 2 before-school sites and 2 summer day camps at the Central YMCA. The director will supervise 1 part-time Childcare Coordinator, as well as 25-35 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 Program Director over Childcare is responsible for planning, administration, supervision, and development of all related childcare and day camp programs at the Central YMCA Family Center. All programs will be administered in a manner which is consistent with YMCA goals and policies. 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. Director must have the willingness to project the YMCA representation by personal adherence to all policies and must exemplify the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA values of Faith, Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. This employee must have the ability to work a flexible schedule, weekends or holidays as needed. Must adhere to Risk Management and safety practices; be courteous and respectful to all staff and participants.
- Responsible for maintaining program, 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
- Ensure YMCA program standards are met and all safety procedures are followed
- Maintain proper and accurate records and departmental files
- Develop and maintain relationships with school administration, parents, and other organizations related to childcare programs
- Responsible for Central YMCA Kid Zone department including training, hiring, and supervising staff as well as overseeing this department.
- Respond to all agency, parent, and community inquiries and concerns in a timely manner
- Manage the financial responsibilities associated with all childcare programs, assisting with marketing and distribution of program information
- 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 as a Childcare Director preferred
- Possess the ability to acquire a CDL
- 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
- 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.
- Must be able to work effectively with a diversity of people, different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and all ages.
- Interacts regularly with parents, volunteer, staff and other community leaders.
$42,000.00 - $48,000.00