Child Care Coordinator — Lead Programs & Impact

YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan 12%

Health/dental insurance (65% employee)

FSA program

Life/AD&D policy $25,000

Vacation and sick leave

YMCA Family Membership

Job summary

Luter Family YMCA in Smithfield, VA is seeking a Child Care Coordinator to assist in planning and staffing licensed child care programs. The role emphasizes staff supervision, parent relations, and quality program delivery under Virginia standards.

Responsibilities include recruiting and training staff, overseeing daily activities, and maintaining licensing documentation, while promoting community outreach and YMCA fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• CPR/First Aid/O2 certification within 30 days of start.
• MAT Certification required prior to first day of camp.

Responsibilities

• Support the YMCA mission, vision and goals.
• Lead in youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring and training staff and volunteers for school age programs.
• Supervise Child Watch, School Age and Summer Camp staff.
• Plan daily activities for participants with lead staff.
• Maintain documentation to meet licensing and quality standards.
• Promote YMCA fundraising and community initiatives.
• Ensure safety and compliance with Emergency Operations Plan.

Skills

Staff supervision

Child care knowledge

Parent relations

Staff development

Child development

Emergency procedures

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

CPR/First Aid/O2 certification

MAT Certification

Job description

Luter Family YMCA in Smithfield, VA is seeking a Child Care Coordinator to assist in planning and staffing licensed child care programs. The role emphasizes staff supervision, parent relations, and quality program delivery under Virginia standards.

Responsibilities include recruiting and training staff, overseeing daily activities, and maintaining licensing documentation, while promoting community outreach and YMCA fundraising efforts.