Child Care Site Manager — Lead Learning & Community

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Maple Shade Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership - access to all 1

Flexible work schedule

Sweet discounts on child care and camp

Planning for your future

Job summary

Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking an experienced childcare educator to nurture young minds, connect with our community, and have fun in a supportive, nonprofit environment. The role requires a degree in education or human services and at least 2 years (2500 hours) of verified childcare experience, plus the ability to obtain all required clearances and trainings.

You will plan curriculum, supervise staff, attend monthly planning meetings, and engage parents to support each child’s development

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited college or university in an education or human services related field.
• 2+ years verified child care experience (2500 hours).
• Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment.
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep up to date on trainings.

Responsibilities

• Find new and engaging ways to help kids learn, while maintaining environments that build children's self esteem.
• Implement and plan curriculum for program; ensure child centered, developmentally appropriate learning experiences with positive reinforcement for behavior management.
• Record weekly child observations and report development or behavior concerns to parents/guardians as needed.
• Communicate effectively and promptly with parents/guardians regarding children's program experience and progress, maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, allergy reports, and related paperwork within timesheets and reports.
• Maintain centers with learning materials organized in labeled containers for learning centers.
• Attend team-planning meetings monthly or more as needed.
• Campaign for the Annual Campaign and help develop donors and volunteers.
• Supervise all staff on site.

Skills

Child care experience

Clearances & trainings

Community engagement

Education

Degree in education or human services

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking an experienced childcare educator to nurture young minds, connect with our community, and have fun in a supportive, nonprofit environment. The role requires a degree in education or human services and at least 2 years (2500 hours) of verified childcare experience, plus the ability to obtain all required clearances and trainings.

You will plan curriculum, supervise staff, attend monthly planning meetings, and engage parents to support each child’s development