Early Learning Leader

Ocean Community YMCA; Teakwood (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Community YMCA seeks an Early Learning Leader to oversee daily operations of the Child Watch and Kids Zone programs. This role ensures a safe, welcoming environment for children from 6 weeks to 11 years and provides age-appropriate activities that support development.

You will engage with families and maintain organized spaces. You will coordinate staff coverage, communicate with parents, and uphold YMCA policies and safety standards while working with the Senior Director of Youth Programs

Job description

The Early Learning Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the YMCA Child Watch and Kids Zone programs, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children. Child Watch serves children ages 6 weeks–5 years, while Kids Zone serves children ages 6–11 years.This position ensures appropriate supervision and safety practices, maintains clean and organized program spaces, and helps provide age-appropriate activities that support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.The Early Learning Leader communicates professionally with parents and guardians, addresses program needs, assists with staff coverage and daily operations, and ensures YMCA policies, procedures, and safety standards are consistently followed. The leader serves as a positive role model for staff and works closely with the Senior Director of Youth Programs to provide a high-quality experience for children and families.