The Child Care Assistant Program Director is responsible for assisting the Child Care Program Director/District Supervisor with the overall operations of a YMCA child care center and providing quality experiences for children that focus on the YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. They directly supervise childcare staff. The CC Assistant Program Director will be part of the team that nurtures the potential of all children that we serve.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Assist in managing all classrooms at the center and ensuring compliance with YMCA policies and procedures including MN DHS Rule 3, Wisconsin HFS46 and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
- Assist in the development and implementation of the program curriculum and program activities.
- Recruit, hire, develop and supervise staff teams.
- Practice continuous quality improvement, evaluating programs and implementing changes as needed.
- Complete administration work as required for center operations.
- Assist the Child Care Program Director/District Supervisor in reaching enrollment and revenue goals.
- Maintains CACFP and Minnesota Department of Health Licensing for meals and snacks, if applicable.
- Works hands-on to meet ratio requirements.
Educational Background:
Degree in education/recreation or related field.
Skills/Experience:
Required:
- Minimum age of 21.
- Minimum of two years working with and leading youth programs.
- Minimum of one year previous supervisory experience.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
- Commitment to working with children and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.
- Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred:
- Education or experience in child development, child guidance, human relations, communication, or recreational programs.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Jan 7 2018
Active Until:
Feb 7 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit