Part-Time Assistant Child Care Director — Lead & Develop

Sonoma County Family YMCA; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Flexible Schedules

Paid Sick Time

Training & Career Development

Employer-Paid CPR & First Aid

Dental & Vision Benefits

Job summary

Sonoma County Family YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Child Care Director for the Lawrence Jones Middle School program in Santa Rosa. This part-time role emphasizes safe, engaging child care and staff mentoring alongside the Site Director.

You will plan and implement quality programs, supervise daily activities, and help create a welcoming environment for children and families. Flexible hours include weekday afternoons and occasional mornings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience working with children in a classroom, after-school, or camp setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance through the DOJ and FBI, including sex offender screening.
• Availability to work the required schedule listed above.
• Preferred: 12+ college units in Early Childhood Education or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, developing, and implementing quality child care programs.
• Support daily program operations and child supervision.
• Foster a positive, welcoming environment for children, families, and staff.
• Mentor and support team members through coaching and skill development.
• Collaborate with the Site Director to ensure program excellence.
• Promote YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Help create engaging activities that support children's growth and development.

Skills

Experience with children

Mentoring staff

Team player

Education

12+ college units in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Sonoma County Family YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Child Care Director for the Lawrence Jones Middle School program in Santa Rosa. This part-time role emphasizes safe, engaging child care and staff mentoring alongside the Site Director.

You will plan and implement quality programs, supervise daily activities, and help create a welcoming environment for children and families. Flexible hours include weekday afternoons and occasional mornings.