What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Learning Center Director position at YMCA?
The Granite YMCA – YMCA of Strafford County is currently seeking a dynamic professional for the position of Early Learning Center Director.
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of children in your community. Working at the Granite YMCA, you'll discover more than a job- you'll enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you!
The Early Learning Center Director oversees the operations, organization, management and evaluation of all YMCA of Strafford County ELC classrooms, programs and services in accordance with NHCCLU guidelines and the purpose and policies of the Granite Y Association. The Director maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provdies a quality experience to both youth and their families.
Responsibilities include ensuring a developmentally appropriate program that ensures the healthy progression of socio-emotional, cognitive, and motor skills for children. The Early Learning Center Director ensures the connection of program activities to the Y core focus areas of Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility.
Must meet or exceed the current qualifications and requirements for Center Director as set by the state of New Hampshire Bureau of Child Care Licensing.
Applicant must meet all NH state licensing requirements for a center based program: 3– 5 years supervisory experience in a management position. Have documentation of successful completion of at least 3 credits in child care administration or early childhood leadership and supervision awarded by a regionally accredited college or university; Have a minimum of 1500 hours experience working with children in a licensed child care program or public or private elementary school; and meet one of the following pre-service training/education options:
- A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, awarded by a regionally accredited college or university;
- An additional 3000 hours of experience working with children in a licensed child care program or in a public or private elementary school and documentation of a non-expired child development associates (CDA) in center based programs awarded by the council for professional recognition;
- Children with special needs;
- Child growth and development; and
Curriculum for early childhood education; or written documentation from or on file with the department that she or he was qualified for the position of center director on or before the effective date of these rules.
Candidate must possess strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills, and a demonstrated ability to build strong community partnerships.
- Hire, train, supervise and evaluate ELC teaching staff and volunteers; ensuring high-quality care, communication and services
- Assure ELC meets necessary standards to maintain Licensed status by the state of NH, in good standing at all times and assure that program offerings operate within YMCA of The USA guidelines
- Accountable for overseeing the safety and care of all program participants
- Responsible for identifying and implementing leading –edge curriculum for the ELC
- Implementing new and innovative programs that meet the mission and strategic plan of the branch and association.
- Develop and foster strong relationships with children and their families, creating a welcoming and caring atmosphere
- Conduct staff meetings on a regular basis and assure effective communication with all Y staff
- Participate as an active member of the branch leadership team in supporting branch goals, events and projects
- Assist in YMCA Annual Campaign and any development projects, supporting the Y mission
- Achieve and maintain current certifications in CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and Listen First within the first six (6) months of employment
- Attend trainings, meetings and special functions as assigned, including annual in-service day
This is a full time, salaried, exempt position with a full range of benefits including:
- Generous paid vacation time (4 weeks paid time off & 6 Holidays that accrues with tenure)
- Medical and Dental insurance
- Free 2 Adult Family YMCA Membership
- 50% discount on Childcare, Summer Day Camp, and Resident Camp services
- Discounts on Programs for yourself & family members
- 25% discounts on Birthday Parties, Pool, and Gym Rentals
- After qualifying, 8% employer contribution to retirement fund
