This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Oversees the total operation of a YMCA Early Childhood (Birth to 4/5) and Youth Education (age 5-12) branch, including marketing, programs, facilities, volunteer and staff development, financial development, community relations and collaborations with community agencies. Currently in a capital campaign building a 30,000 sq. ft. facility.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Supervises the daily operations Early Childhood and Youth Education Center, and is the main point of contact with families in the program.
- Builds and executes an annual business plan to support enrollment growth and quality management.
- Develop, oversee and manage all budgetary items related to the operation of Early Childhood and Youth Education Center operations.
- Responsible for all licensing records for the Early Childhood and Youth Education Center to meet State and local licensing requirements.
- Develops a plan and takes necessary actions to achieve NAEYC accreditation. Once accredited, maintains licensing requirements of the accrediting agency.
- Reviews and monitors curriculum implementation.
- Communicates with parents and boards regarding calendar and curriculum updates, as well as any events or issues occurring in the program.
- Conducts quarterly parent meetings to collect feedback for implementation and improvement of classrooms and Center management.
- Oversees the hiring, training and directs assigned staff and volunteers for the program. Reviews and evaluates performance.
- Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals; models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Mentors teachers in the development of their teaching skills and curriculum.
- Assists the staff in direction and guidance for monthly themes, goals and activities that are developmentally and chronologically appropriate.
- Carries out all aspects of the current strategic plan applicable to position. Prepares, maintains and submits monthly reports.
- Monitors the organization, appearance and appropriateness of Center décor, (i.e. Bulletin boards, classroom displays, learning materials, storage areas, etc.).
- Grant writing
Educational Background:
Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
Skills/Experience:
- 3 to 5 years of management experience preferred, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
- 3 to 5 years of experience preferred in an Early Childhood Education management role.
- Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.
- Experience in management and development of volunteer involvement; ability to recruit top community leaders.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
- 8Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
- YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
- CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
Compensation/Benefits:
Benefits: Medical benefits, vacation, sick leave, personal leave and retirement as well as family membership as stated in the personnel policy.
Salary: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Dec 13 2017
Active Until:
Jan 12 2018
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit