Assistant Child Care Director

Sonoma County Family YMCA; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Flexible Schedules

Paid Sick Time

Training & Career Development

Employer-Paid CPR & First Aid

Dental & Vision Benefits

Job summary

Sonoma County Family YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Child Care Director for the Lawrence Jones Middle School program in Santa Rosa. This part-time role emphasizes safe, engaging child care and staff mentoring alongside the Site Director.

You will plan and implement quality programs, supervise daily activities, and help create a welcoming environment for children and families. Flexible hours include weekday afternoons and occasional mornings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience working with children in a classroom, after-school, or camp setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance through the DOJ and FBI, including sex offender screening.
• Availability to work the required schedule listed above.
• Preferred: 12+ college units in Early Childhood Education or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, developing, and implementing quality child care programs.
• Support daily program operations and child supervision.
• Foster a positive, welcoming environment for children, families, and staff.
• Mentor and support team members through coaching and skill development.
• Collaborate with the Site Director to ensure program excellence.
• Promote YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Help create engaging activities that support children's growth and development.

Skills

Experience with children

Mentoring staff

Team player

Education

12+ college units in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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Assistant Child Care Director

Lawrence Middle School - Prog.Staff Childcare Worker Part Time Santa Rosa, CA, US

Salary Range: $18.40 To $26.00 Hourly

Assistant Child Care Director (Part-Time)

Sonoma County Family YMCA | Lawrence Jones Middle School

Pay:$18.40-$26.00 per hour, depending on experience

Help Shape the Next Generation

At the Sonoma County Family YMCA, we're more than a workplace. We're a community dedicated to strengthening youth, families, and communities through purposeful work and meaningful relationships.

We're looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate, and emerging leader to join our Child Care team as an Assistant Child Care Director. In this role, you'll help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where children thrive while supporting and mentoring staff alongside the Site Director.

If you're passionate about working with children, enjoy leading others, and want to build a rewarding career with an organization that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule

This is a part-time position requiring:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
• Occasional coverage for morning shifts:
  • Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM

What You'll Do

As an Assistant Child Care Director, you will:

• Assist with planning, developing, and implementing quality child care programs
• Support daily program operations and child supervision
• Foster a positive, welcoming environment for children, families, and staff
• Mentor and support team members through coaching and skill development
• Collaborate with the Site Director to ensure program excellence
• Promote YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
• Help create engaging activities that support children's growth and development

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Passionate about working with children and families
• Supportive of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• A critical thinker and problem solver
• Emotionally mature and dependable
• A positive role model and team player

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 6 months of experience working with children in a classroom, after-school, or camp setting
• Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI, including sex offender screening
• Availability to work the required schedule listed above

Preferred Qualifications

• 12 or more college units in:
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Child Development
  • Physical Education
  • Social Sciences or related fields

Why Work at the Y?

When you join the Sonoma County Family YMCA, you're joining an organization committed to supporting your personal and professional growth.

Benefits include:

• Free YMCA Membership
• Free Child Care
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid Sick Time
• Floating Holidays
• Reduced Program Fees
• Dental & Vision Benefits
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff Scholarship Fund
• Training & Career Development Opportunities
• Employer-Paid CPR & First Aid Certifications
• 10% Employer Contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund

Every day at the Y is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families. If you're ready to grow your leadership skills while helping build a stronger community.

The Sonoma County Family YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Make a difference. Lead with purpose. Grow with the Y.