YMCA Reston - Assistant Early Learning Director

Are you a strong and experienced child care leader who has a passion for leading teachers and LOVES working with children? Then the Y is the place for you.
Advance your career and make a difference by joining the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington! The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Position: Assistant Early Learning Director Salary: $50,000.00 - $52,000.00
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington operates facilities in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and northern Virginia. A leader in innovation, the Y has made an impact in advancing health and education initiatives and strengthening the communities we serve. If your next career move includes leaving a legacy, this is the role for you!
The YMCA Fairfax County Reston is currently seeking an experienced leader to join our team as the Assistant Early Learning Director. Our ideal candidate is able to maintain high expectations while also ensuring a fun, and positive environment daily! The Assistant Early Learning works with the Early Learning Director on the overall operation of the Early Learning program site(s), including licensing, curriculum development and delivery, and health and safety of the children.
Some of the exciting things you will do as the Assistant Early Learning Director:

• Responsible for creating, developing, and maintaining a positive relationship with teachers, parents, and branch staff.
• Stays current with all licensing, state and local regulations and ensures that the site and all of its staff are in compliance at all times.
• Provides training and orientation for new parents, and children including touring families and transitioning children.
• Assist with hiring, training, coaching, supervising and evaluating early learning staff.
• Ensuring daily, weekly, monthly communication to parents to support the lesson plans and the milestones and development of the children within the program.
• Work with the association early learning team and the branch directors for special events.

Qualifications and Skills: We seek a leader with values that align with the Y’s mission:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Recreation, Human Services.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working primarily with preschoolers or school age children (depending on program) in a licensed child care center.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills including supervision, program development and working with children and parents
• Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents and committed to working with diverse population.

Benefits: The YMCA offers a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as an employee:

• Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in your community every day.
• Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven workplace.
• Competitive Compensation: Salary reflective of your skill and experience.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive plans to ensure you and your family can receive the care you need.
• Wellness Programs: Y membership for you and your family to support your physical and mental health.
• Retirement Plans to Secure your Financial Future: The Y will contribute 10% of your salary into the Y’s retirement savings plan. You also have the option to make additional contributions to the Y’s 403(b) and ROTH plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Training and Development: Access to professional development programs, workshops, and certifications.
• Inclusive Environment: A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensuring all employees feel valued.

Job Details

Pay Type
Salary

Education Level
Bachelor’s Degree

Hiring Min Rate
50,000 USD

Salary : $50,000 - $52,000