Summer Camp - Assistant Director

Principle Activities: 

• Using the appropriate YMCA curriculum, planning activities that take into consideration the needs of each child and the goals and objectives of the YMCA 
• Being responsible for the safety of the children at all times 
• Planning daily/weekly/monthly lesson plans, and assisting the staff in their implementation 
• Being responsible for daily record keeping and adherence to all requirements 
• Supervising staff in all areas following all YMCA policies 
• Attending all staff meetings and training as required by the YMCA and state licensing. 
• Overseeing the daily maintenance of the space and facility 
• Attending and/or conducting parent conferences if needed 
• Planning and implementation of family activities 
• Attend/work the school’s open house at the start of the school year and at least one additional school function. 
• Maintaining positive relationships and open communication with other staff, parents, children and school/host personnel 
• Control and maintain supplies and inventory 
• Responsible for meeting the individual needs of all children at the site 
• Know and follow all YMCA emergency procedures 
• Follow all procedures for collection of fees, maintaining accounts, and maintaining and submitting all financial paperwork 
• Must maintain state licensing standards and work with state licensing inspectors 
• Must keep individual participant files complete and up to date 
• Must keep staff files complete and up to date 
• Must organize and plan programs on all schools’ days out, and report to work as assigned ensuring all policies and procedures for YMCA School Age Child Care programs are followed. 
• Prepare and post monthly snack calendar following all YMCA and state licensing requirements. 
• Shop for snack and other supplies working within budget. 
• Publish a weekly newsletter for parents. 
• Follow all procedures/policies presented in the Site Directors Notebook and Site Director training. 
• Participate in association events as assigned. 
• Develop and lead a Campaign for Kids fundraising campaign at site and as assigned by supervisor. 
• Assume other duties as directed by YMCA administration 

Essential Functions: 

• Must be able to visually supervise the children 
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff and parents 
• Must be able to move freely and quickly through the building and outside 
• Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications 
• Must be able to remain alert while on duty 
• Must be able to comprehend state licensing rules and regulations and implement them daily 
• Basic record keeping 
• Basic mathematical skills with speed and accuracy 
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds 3 feet off the ground  

Entry Requirements: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a high school diploma, two years of previous experience with children and some college education 
• Must meet the state licensing requirements for a director of a child care center 
• Must have the ability to work well with children in cooperation with other staff, and parents 
• Must build strong relationships with school administrators and faculty 
• Must be able to perform essential functions as listed 

Job Requirements: 

• Must maintain a current TB test 
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications 
• Must understand the needs of and be able to effectively care for children ages 5-14 
• Must have the ability to work well with children in cooperation with staff, and parents of participants 
• Must have strong communication skills, practical and strong decision making skills, versatility, initiative, and strong human relation skills 
• Must be able to supervise staff 
• Must learn and maintain state licensing rules as they apply to the program 
• Must attend required YMCA and state licensing training within allotted time 
• Must be able to perform essential functions as listed. 

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