Director - Child Development Center

Socket.dev; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette in Portland, OR seeks a Director for the Wee Care Child Development Center at Providence Portland. This full-time, hybrid position leads staff, ensures licensing, manages a budget, and builds relationships with families and community partners to deliver high-quality childcare.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining records, updating emergency procedures, and daily center operations.

Qualifications

• Pass a YMCA Background Check.
• Meet Director standards per Oregon: Step 9 in Oregon Registry OR equivalent management experience.
• Current enrollment in the Oregon State Childcare Registry or ability to enroll.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Current Food Handlers certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• At least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Hire and supervise program staff, maintain licensing standards, manage budget and supplies, and communicate with parents and community partners.
• Foster positive relationships within the community and ensure timely record keeping and admin tasks.
• Participate in observation and assessment of children as needed, update emergency procedures, and oversee daily center operations.

Job description

Description

Do you want rewarding work focused on providing a fun, safe, and positive social-emotional experience for children? Work alongside other passionate individuals to support and enrich the lives of our youth.

The YMCA is looking for fun, hardworking, individuals looking to make an impact in our community. This position will provide care for children at our Child Development Center ("Wee Care") located on the campus of Providence Portland hospital.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Information

Position Title: Director- Child Development Center
Department: Childcare
Reports To: Tatiana Pavelka, Leader of Youth Development
Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Compensation: $25.50-27.50/hour
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Primary Work Location: Providence Portland Child Development Center

About the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette

The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is a leading nonprofit organization serving communities throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. Guided by our mission to strengthen community through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility, we provide programs and services that help individuals of all ages learn, grow, and thrive.

Our employees are passionate about creating welcoming, inclusive environments where everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Every position contributes to our mission and plays an important role in strengthening the communities we serve.

Job Responsibilities:

The Director is responsible for hiring and supervising program staff, maintaining all licensing standards, managing aspects of a budget including ordering required supplies, and communicating with parents and community partners to foster positive relationships within our community. Additionally, the Director is responsible for ensuring all record keeping and administrative tasks are completed accurately in a timely manner, participating in observation and assessment of children as needed, updating and implementing emergency procedures, and managing daily operation of the center.

Working Conditions

Working conditions may include:

• Indoor and outdoor work environments
• Exposure to varying weather conditions
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Evening, weekend, and holiday work as needed
• Travel between YMCA locations
• Frequent interaction with children, families, members, volunteers, and community partners

YMCA-CW Comprehensive Benefits for Eligible Full-Time Employees

Eligible full-time employees may receive access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan and Roth Options
• 9% Employer Contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund (upon eligibility)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• LegalShield and IDShield Plans
• Paid Vacation (accrual increases with years of service)
• Paid Sick Leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
• Three (3) Paid Holidays annually
• Six (6) Floating Holidays annually
• Complimentary YMCA Membership (recognized globally!)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth Opportunities

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may change in accordance with YMCA-CW policies and benefit plan documents.

Requirements

• Pass a YMCA Background Check
• Meet all Director standards as dictated by Oregon's Department of Early Learning and Care including one of the following two qualifications: 1) Step 9 in the Oregon Registry OR 2) knowledge of management and supervision of adults evidenced by 7 college level credit hours, at least 70 training hours in program management, OR 600 hours of experience where there was an opportunity to participate in financial management, policy development, record keeping, and staff management AND knowledge of child development evidenced by 7 college level credit hours, at least 70 training hours in specific child development categories, OR 600 hours of qualifying teaching experience with preschool age children.
• Current enrollment in the Oregon State Childcare Registry or ability to enroll prior to employment.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Current Food Handlers certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• At least 21 years of age