Assistant Early Childhood Director: Program & Team Lead

Southington-Cheshire Community YMCAs; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

14% retirement contribution

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Family membership benefits

Job summary

Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA is seeking an Assistant Early Childhood Director to help build a strong foundation for our youngest learners. The role focuses on program success, including quality and safety, operational excellence, and team leadership.

Responsibilities include curriculum support, assisting with NAEYC accreditation, policy reviews, staff supervision, and fostering constructive communication with families and staff. This is a full-time exempt position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Knowledge of NAEYC preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience working with children.
• Excellent customer service with families, YMCA members and children.
• Leadership or supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Support curriculum development and classroom observations with feedback.
• Assist with achieving and maintaining NAEYC Accreditation by collecting and inputting assessment items.
• Review and make recommendations to current policies.
• Assist with overall implementation and supervision of all programs in the Early Childhood program.
• Assist the director with staff management, including supervision, records, scheduling, call-outs, and reviews.
• Collaborate with the Early Childhood Director to ensure positive communication with families and staff.
• Support opening and closing the YMCA Learning Center on scheduled days.
• Adhere to policies related to child abuse prevention.
• Foster a positive team-oriented environment and staff development.
• Be a positive role model for children, families, and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team collaboration

Observation & feedback

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA is seeking an Assistant Early Childhood Director to help build a strong foundation for our youngest learners. The role focuses on program success, including quality and safety, operational excellence, and team leadership.

Responsibilities include curriculum support, assisting with NAEYC accreditation, policy reviews, staff supervision, and fostering constructive communication with families and staff. This is a full-time exempt position with benefits.