Executive Early Learning Director

YMCA of East Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of East Tennessee is seeking an Early Learning Director to oversee a child care site, ensuring compliance with DHS, NAEYC, and Y policies while promoting high-quality programs and family engagement.

You will supervise center operations, staff, budgets, and partnerships, plan developmentally appropriate activities, and lead staff trainings, while upholding the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Must meet essential duties with DHS licensing experience
• Strong supervisory skills and organization required
• Experience with DHS/NAEYC policies preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations and daily activities.
• Supervise staff, volunteers, and center operations.
• Manage budget, enrollment, and program quality measures.
• Ensure safety and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Foster family engagement and community partnerships.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

YMCA of East Tennessee is seeking an Early Learning Director to oversee a child care site, ensuring compliance with DHS, NAEYC, and Y policies while promoting high-quality programs and family engagement.

You will supervise center operations, staff, budgets, and partnerships, plan developmentally appropriate activities, and lead staff trainings, while upholding the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.