Director of Education Programs

YMCA
Salary
$85,000.00
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Come join a dynamic and mission-driven team at the growing YMCA of Greenwich!
Job Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Director of Education Programs provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Afterschool, Summer Day Camp, Early Learning, and Child Watch programs. This role emphasizes developing and delivering high-quality educational programs that drive positive outcomes for children, building and nurturing a talented staff team, aggressively growing enrollment to expand access, and forging strong local partnerships to enhance community impact, particularly for underserved families, while ensuring compliance with Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) standards

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in childcare, camp, or educational program management.
    Proven experience in developing high-quality educational programs and curricula that deliver strong outcomes for children.
  • Demonstrated success in staff leadership, including recruitment, training, mentoring, and team building.
  • Experience driving enrollment growth and expanding program reach in community-based settings.
  • Strong skills in building and maintaining local partnerships, particularly with schools and community stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to obtain Head Teacher and Director Certification from CT Office of Early Childhood.
  • Knowledge of Office of Early Childhood (OEC) licensing regulations and ability to be put on OEC license within 4 months.
  • Current CPR/First Aid, Medication/Epi-pen certifications (or ability to obtain).
  • Documentation of physical examination and negative TB test required.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups and commitment to inclusion and ADA compliance.
Essential Functions
  • Lead the development and continuous improvement of high-quality, evidence-based programs and curricula across Afterschool, Summer Day Camp, Early Learning, and Child Watch, aligning with Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards (CT ELDS), Greenwich Public Schools, and best practices to achieve measurable educational outcomes in academic readiness, social-emotional growth, and whole-child development.
  • Establish and implement robust systems for assessing and tracking program quality and child outcomes, including regular evaluations, data collection on key metrics (e.g., school readiness indicators, participant progress, and family feedback), and the use of evidence-based tools to demonstrate impact and inform ongoing enhancements to ensure programs consistently deliver measurable, high-quality results.
  • Recruit, hire, train, mentor, supervise, and evaluate a high-performing staff team; foster professional growth through ongoing training, performance feedback, and motivation strategies to ensure exceptional program delivery and a positive, nurturing environment for children.
  • Drive enrollment growth and program expansion for Afterschool, Summer Day Camp, Early Learning, and Child Watch initiatives, increasing participation, reach, and access for diverse families, including underserved children in the community.
  • Cultivate and strengthen local partnerships, including strategic collaboration with Greenwich Public Schools, school administrators, superintendents, and community organizations; engage in outreach, attend relevant meetings, and develop new alliances to support program quality, enrollment, and community impact.
  • Oversee program budgets, ensuring revenue and expense management aligns with fiscal objectives while prioritizing investments in staff development, curriculum enhancement, and growth initiatives.
  • Ensure full compliance with Office of Early Childhood (OEC) licensing standards, oversee logistics, and maintain high safety and quality benchmarks across all programs.
  • Supervise daily operations, including enrollment, parent relations, marketing, and customer service excellence; respond promptly to inquiries and foster a culture of best-in-class service.
  • Hold regular staff meetings, professional development sessions, and trainings to build team cohesion and program effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain essential resources, such as parent packets and staff manuals, to support consistent high-quality implementation.
  • Partner with the Development Department on grants and fundraising, providing programmatic data, outcomes evidence, and testimonials to secure support for program growth and quality enhancements.
  • Actively contribute to the organization's strategic plan, particularly in areas impacting youth education programs, and support cross-departmental initiatives as feasible.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.