What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site Director - YDT position at The Granite YMCA - Downtown Manchester?
Do you love working with children and creating fun, educational environments? Join the Granite YMCA’s School’s Out Programs and make a positive impact while leading a dynamic team! If you are passionate about program planning, creativity, and have supervisory or management experience, this is the perfect role for you. We’re looking for strong, dedicated leaders to provide high-quality programs for children at our elementary school sites and beyond.
As a Site Director, you’ll play an essential role in overseeing the Before & After School programs, as well as the School's Out Program at our local school sites. Under the direction of the Director of School-Age Programming, you’ll manage daily operations, curriculum development, and staff supervision. This is your opportunity to put your leadership, planning, and creativity into action, all while fostering a fun and safe environment for children.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, plan, and implement engaging daily programs and curriculum at your assigned site
- Ensure compliance with NH Child Care Licensing regulations and maintain accurate documentation
- Integrate Character Development and YMCA core values into daily activities
- Collaborate with fellow directors in weekly meetings, workshops, and YMCA training sessions
- Supervise, mentor, and train site staff and volunteers to ensure quality programming
- Build strong relationships with school staff, parents, and community partners
- Be available for school breaks, holiday programs, and our summer camp initiative
Position Specifics:
- Full-Time / Part time positions available
- Monday to Friday, hours from 7:00am – 8:30am and 2:30 – 6pm with additional hours as requested
- Locations: Downtown Manchester and various sites at the Manchester schools.
Required Qualifications:
- Must be at least 20 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- One of the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or Recreation
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education
- Recreation Director certification with 1000 hours of experience working with children
- 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education, Human Growth & Development, Education, or Recreation plus 1000 hours of experience working with children
Why Choose Granite YMCA? At the Granite YMCA, we offer an environment that encourages personal and professional growth. As a full-time Site Director, you’ll benefit from:
- Generous paid time off: 4 weeks PTO 6 paid holidays
- Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
- Tuition discounts at some New Hampshire and online schools.
- Free YMCA membership for you and your family
- 50% discount on childcare, summer camp, and Y programs
- Retirement savings with an 8% employer contribution after qualification
Additional Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development support
- Referral program
- Parental leave and paid time off
Make a difference in the lives of children and join a team that values creativity, leadership, and community. Apply today to become a part of the Granite YMCA team and grow with us!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23
