After-School Program Director — Lead Youth & Safety

YMCA of Silicon Valley; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Silicon Valley is seeking an After School - School Age Child Care Site Director to oversee administration and operations for one program at a school location in Palo Alto, CA. This is a full-time, on-site role with a salary range of $28.00-$30.00 per hour.

The Site Director must meet state and local requirements, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety and program standards. Excellent organizational and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Educational/experience requirements for licensed child care sites include AA in Child Development with admin units and teaching experience, OR BA in Child Development with admin units and teaching experience.
• Child Development Credential or Permit is acceptable.
• No degree: must have admin/ED/Curriculum units and 3 hours/day for 100 days/year with passing grades.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality YMCA youth programming in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Develop and maintain yearly budgets and build relationships with families and members.
• Hire, train, and supervise program staff with ongoing support and feedback.
• Attend meetings, webinars, and trainings.
• Follow YMCA policies for working with youth and vulnerable adults.
• Complete required abuse prevention and safety trainings.
• Supervise high-risk activities and report unsafe behavior.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Supervisory/coaching staff

Education

AA in Child Development

BA in Child Development

Child Development Credential

No degree with admin/ED units

Grant-funded 48 units option

Job description

YMCA of Silicon Valley is seeking an After School - School Age Child Care Site Director to oversee administration and operations for one program at a school location in Palo Alto, CA. This is a full-time, on-site role with a salary range of $28.00-$30.00 per hour.

The Site Director must meet state and local requirements, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety and program standards. Excellent organizational and leadership skills are essential.