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We are looking for a dynamic Childcare Director to guide our team, empower educators, and create a safe, joyful learning environment.
Job Description
The Director is responsible for the overall performance and daily leadership of the center, ensuring strong enrollment, regulatory compliance, a high-quality early learning experience, and positive family relationships. This role leads center operations, supports educator development, maintains a safe and engaging environment for children and staff. The Director works closely under the supervision of the Director of Childcare Services to implement curriculum and uphold high program quality standards. Through strong communication and leadership, the Director fosters a collaborative culture that supports staff growth and positive outcomes for children and families while meeting the fiscal goals for the Center.
Experience working in a DHS licensed childcare facility is a must as well as working knowledge and experience with the Pennsylvania Keystone STARS program and the CACFP food program.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Business Administration, or a closely related, state-approved field.
Experience: A minimum of 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience within a licensed childcare facility or preschool setting.
Regulatory Knowledge: Deep working knowledge of state childcare licensing requirements and safety compliance standards.
Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain them immediately upon hire).
Essential Functions
How You Will Make an Impact
Providing leadership, supervision, and responsibility for the daily operations of the early learning center. Develops, organizes, and implements high-quality YMCA childcare program(s). Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates center staff in following all DHS (Department of Human Services) regulations and YMCA policies and procedures. To promote the program through positive parental interactions and to present a friendly, nurturing environment to the children and families of Lebanon County. To have a clear understanding of the YMCA mission and values and its impact on the community. Demonstrate personal leadership ability and strong time management skills to get assignments completed in a time-sensitive manner.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At 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.