Child Care Program Director I Topeka

YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WICHITA KANSAS; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WICHITA KANSAS in Topeka seeks a skilled manager for the Early Learning Center. This exempt, 40-hour weekly role reports to the ELC Senior Program Director and oversees programs, staff, and partnerships to support children and families.

Requirements include a degree in early childhood or related field, KDHE PDA for up to 100 children, 3 years of relevant experience, CPR/First Aid, and strong leadership, communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Degree and/or credential in Child Development or Early Childhood or a BA or BS degree in related field with 12 college credit hours in early childhood
• KDHE PDA for up to 100 infant/toddler/preschool/school-age children
• Three years of experience working with children birth to six years of age
• Experience supervising adults and working with collaborative agencies
• CPR, AED, First Aid certification or acquire within 30 days of hire
• Must attend NEO within 30 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate the mission, vision and values of the Wichita YMCA
• Attend staff meetings, one-on-ones, community meetings and trainings as required
• Provide daily contact with staff on site
• Hold parent meetings, volunteer focus sessions and post weekly schedule for parents/staff/guardians
• Assist in implementing quality curriculum
• Train staff in programming techniques, completing accreditation, and subject areas
• Ensure all staff meet KDHE training requirements annually
• Ensure compliance with KDHE regulations, partnership agreements, grants and funding guidelines
• Provide equipment, supplies and resources for curriculum
• Maintain daily parent/guardian contact
• Develop and manage the site budget
• Complete paperwork for KDHE licensing, inspections and changes
• Follow YMCA policies for required forms
• Maintain a regular, posted schedule Monday through Friday
• Recruit, hire and train ELC staff; terminate staff when needed
• Manage all operational staffing issues
• Keep the ELC site clean and organized
• Address maintenance issues with Branch Director and ELC Senior Program Director
• Implement character development daily with staff and participants
• Maintain a positive attitude and teamwork

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Staff supervision

Education

Early childhood degree or related BA/BS with 12 college credits in ECE

KDHE Program Director Approval (PDA) for up to 100 children

3 years of experience with birth to 6 years

Experience supervising adults & collaborating with agencies

CPR/AED/First Aid or acquire within 30 days

Attend NEO within 30 days of hire

Job description

• Location 4746 SW 21st St,Topeka, KS, 66604,United States
• Job Category MANAGEMENT STAFF, EARLY LEARNING CENTER
• Employee Type Exempt
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

Description

GENERAL FUNCTION

Under the supervision of the ELC Senior Program Director, this position is responsible for the management of the Early Learning Center, related programs and special events for early childhood participants and families. This is a 40 hour a week position.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience Requirements

• Degree and/or credential in Child Development or Early Childhood or a BA or BS degree in related field with 12 college credit hours in early childhood
• Kansas Department of Health & Environment (KDHE) Program Director Approval (PDA) for up to 100 infant/toddler/preschool/ school-age children
• Three years of experience working with children birth to six years of age
• Experience supervising adults and working with collaborative agencies
• CPR, AED, First Aid certification or acquire within 30 days of hire
• Must attend NEO within 30 days of hire

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Visual, auditory and verbal ability to communicate effectively
• High levels of alertness, concentration and initiative
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend in addition to withstanding periods of active routines outside
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times

Job Requirements

• Commitment to YMCA mission, vision and values
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills
• Strong leadership skills managing different levels of staff
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with administrators, KDHE, staff team, parents and youth
• Ability to effectively supervise and motivate staff and volunteers of all levels
• Ability to interpret, implement and enforce all KDHE and CACFP regulations and all Child Care and Camp Branch program policies
• Create and maintain an atmosphere that values diversity and inclusion

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively communicate the mission, vision and values of the Wichita YMCA
• Attend YMCA staff meetings, one-on-ones with supervisor, community meetings and trainings as required
• Provide daily contact with staff on site
• Hold parent meetings, volunteer focus sessions and post weekly schedule for parents/staff/guardians
• Assist in implementing quality curriculum
• Train staff in specific programming techniques, completing accreditation, and subject areas
• Ensure all staff, including self, meet KDHE training requirements annually
• Ensure compliance with all KDHE regulations, partnership agreement, grants and all state and federal funding guidelines
• Provide the necessary equipment, supplies and resources for use by staff in implementing curriculum
• Maintain daily parent/guardian contact
• Complete monthly reports as requested including: CACFP report, attendance, and assessment reports
• Develop and manage the site budget
• Complete all necessary paperwork for KDHE licensing, inspections, and changes
• Know and follow all applicable YMCA policies concerning required paperwork/ forms
• Maintain a regular, posted work schedule Monday through Friday during program operating hours
• Inform corporate office when there is a need to advertise for staff
• Recruit, hire and train ELC staff, and when needed, terminate staff
• Manage all operational staffing issues
• Maintain clean, organized office and ELC site
• Follow up on maintenance issues with Branch Director and ELC Senior Program Director
• Implement character development on a daily basis with all staff and participants
• Elicit a positive attitude and enthusiasm for you staff
• Share all concerns and complaints directly to ELC Senior Program Director
• All other duties as assigned

EFFECT ON END RESULT The achievement of Association and Branch goals and objectives with high levels of participation, satisfaction and retention of participants and employees.