School Age Child Care and Summer Day Camp Director

This position supports the work of The Y, a leading non-profit charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods. 

If hired, you will lead program operations including, but not limited to, supervision of 5 public school base sites before/after school programs with a single school base site for summer day camp.  

Qualifications:

• Commitment to the YMCA mission and demonstration of YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) with at least two years of professional experience in childcare or a related field.
• Proven ability to manage, coach, and motivate staff teams.
• Meets or exceeds YMCA Child Care Director qualifications.
• Ability to lead and develop a high-performing team of site directors.
• Skilled relationship-builder who can unite and inspire others to strengthen the community.
• Positive, service-minded attitude with a commitment to excellence in program delivery.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and familiar with social media communication tools.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating partnerships and donor relationships.

Essential Functions:

• Provide visionary leadership and oversight to school-age sites and summer camps, ensuring quality, safety, and program growth.
• Ensure consistent implementation of enriching curriculum that supports holistic development—Spirit, Mind, and Body—at every site.
• Effectively communicate Youth Development vision and goals to staff, families, and community partners.
• Develop and maintain safety systems to ensure a secure environment for children and staff.
• Develop, manage, and monitor program budgets to ensure financial sustainability.
• Lead monthly site director meetings, incorporating team-building and professional development.
• Recruit, hire, and train staff; oversee staff scheduling and payroll approvals with accuracy and efficiency.
• Foster inclusive environments and meaningful human connections reduce barriers, promote equity, and drive positive community change.

Cause-Driven Leadership® Competencies:

• Critical Thinking and Decision-Making
• Communication and Influence
• Developing Self and Others
• Fiscal Management
• Engaging Community
• Philanthropy
• Volunteerism
• Emotional Maturity
• Innovation