Y Learning Center Director (Afterschool)

YMCA
Salary
$43,888.00
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Job Description

The Y Learning Center Program Director is responsible for the direct oversight of assigned Y Learning Center sites located in Metro Detroit, specific to Farmington Public Schools. The Y Learning Center Program Director position will focus on providing high quality programs that meet all requirements of the State of Michigan Child Care Licensing as well as all YMCA guidelines and best practices. 

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is required. These fields include Education, Physical Education, Child Development, Child Guidance/Counseling, Child Psychology, Family Studies, Social Work, Human Services or Youth Development.
  • Two years of experience working in a recreational, educational or childcare setting.
  • Experience in administration, including personnel management, budget development and control, supervision, curriculum and program planning is required.
  • Prior supervisory or management experience.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
Essential Functions
  • Manages, directs and supervises assigned before & afterschool Y Learning Center sites. Ensures that all sites are staffed appropriately and are operated according to licensing requirements.
  • Manages before and after care for Day Camp programs.
  • Works with Executive Director of Afterschool to implement curriculum content that ensures programs are operated with the highest quality possible.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
  • Develops, manages and controls budgets related to the position. Ensures Y Learning Center programs operate within budget and that program fees are collected.
  • Works closely with branch leadership staff and school personnel to develop strong relationships and partnerships within the community.
  • Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
  • Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with state licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Build and maintain relationships with parents and children in programs
  • Performs other assigned duties as directed by Supervisor