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YMCA of South Hampton Roads lists this Early Learning Director opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
POSITION SUMMARY:
As the Early Learning Director at the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young children and families by leading high-quality early learning programs serving children ages 0–5.
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Early Learning Director oversees the daily operations of licensed early learning programs, including program quality, staff leadership, family engagement, licensing compliance, and curriculum implementation. This role creates a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive through developmentally appropriate experiences rooted in the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Division of Duties:
90% supervision and management of assigned licensed early learning programs serving children ages 0–5
10% leadership support to Annual Giving and other association and department initiatives
Priorities:
Provides supervision and management of licensed early learning programs serving children ages 0–5.
Serves as the Program Director for assigned early learning programs.
Ensures programs operate in accordance with YMCA policies, health and safety standards, and Virginia Department of Education licensing requirements.
Supports high-quality, developmentally appropriate programming that promotes children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
The Early Learning Director must understand and be willing to learn the necessary skills required for the successful completion of duties, including:
Program Management and Operations
Provides day-to-day management of early learning program operations and staff
Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates early learning staff
Ensures assigned programs meet or exceed Virginia Department of Education licensing requirements
Ensures assigned programs meet or exceed program quality standards
Supports implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning experiences for children ages 0–5
2. Program Management and Operations
Creates opportunities for children and families to build meaningful relationships within the YMCA community
Establishes positive and collaborative relationships with parents/guardians through ongoing communication and engagement opportunities
Provides strong leadership and support for attaining goals and objectives of the Association Strategic Plan
Expands current early learning offerings with high-quality programming in accordance with Association operating guidelines
3. Team Performance Towards Organizational Goals
Recruits and trains program volunteers
Participates in association leadership meetings and trainings
Works collaboratively and in partnership with association child care and youth development leaders to deliver on assigned responsibilities
4. Fundraising
Participates in a successful annual support campaign. Active leadership required in staff giving and membership involvement
5. Professional Development
Maintains current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid and MAT certifications
Attends trainings as required, including YMCA New Staff Orientation, bloodborne pathogens, and child abuse prevention training
Attends mandatory staff meetings
Follows the Code of Conduct established by the YMCA of South Hampton Roads
Demonstrates an enthusiastic, positive, and motivating approach with children, families, staff, and peers
Communicates the YMCA mission and objectives to the community
Incorporates the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility into all aspects of program leadership and operations
Performs all other duties as assigned
Requirements
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COMPETENCIES:
Program/Project Management
Developing Self & Others
Functional Expertise
Communication & Influence
QUALIFICATIONS:
The Early Learning Director will meet the qualifications established by the YMCA of South Hampton Roads and applicable state licensing agencies for licensed early learning programs serving children ages 0–5. Minimum qualifications include:
Meet the minimum qualifications for “Program Director” as defined by the Virginia Department of Education Division of Child Care Health and Safety and/or applicable North Carolina child care licensing regulations based on program location
Staff shall be of good character and reputation
Meets a minimum age of 21 years or older
Capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; capable of communicating with emergency personnel; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility.
A minimum of 48 credit hours from a college or university, of which 12 credit hours are in child-related courses, plus 1 year of programmatic experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Human Services, or related field preferred
Experience leading licensed early learning programs preferred
Experience supervising and developing staff preferred
YMCA Team Leader Certification preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Will be required to walk, stand, kneel, stoop, push, and lift up to 50 pounds
While performing duties the employee may occasionally work in the outside weather conditions, and is exposed to wet, cold and /or humid conditions
Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking
Will be exposed to cleaning supplies
Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications
During peak program seasons, may be expected to work night and weekend hours to meet program needs
BACKGROUND CHECKS:
An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.
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