School Age Child Care Multi-Site Coordinator

YMC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

12% employer-paid 403(b) contribution

Paid time off

Membership and program discounts

Training and leadership development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

YMCA Buffalo Niagara in New York state seeks a School Age Child Care Multi-Site Coordinator to oversee Lancaster and West Seneca sites and serve as Day Camp director in summer. The role ensures a safe, enriching environment for children and families, with strong leadership and collaboration across sites.

The position requires OCFS compliance, supervisory experience, and effective communication with parents and school partners, with full-time hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in child care or development or 2 years of college with 18 childcare credits.
• 2 years of direct experience with children under 13, incl. 1 year supervisory.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead elementary age activities and supervise staff.
• OCFS licensing requirements compliance and background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement weekly lesson plans across sites.
• Serve as site director for OCFS SACC licenses.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff; publish staff schedules.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, PPE compliance, and regulatory adherence.
• Communicate with parents and school administration; maintain records.
• Coordinate Day Camp in summer and Early Learning Readiness programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Staff supervision

Program administration

Education

Associate degree in child care or development

Two years of college with 18 childcare credits

Job description

School Age Child Care Multi-Site Coordinator

Lancaster, NY, USA

West Seneca, NY, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Monday, August 24, 2026 at 3:59 AM

Our Mission

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is a charitable, community-based organization committed to providing programs designed to build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Full-Time Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following comprehensive benefits package is offered to full-time employees and is designed to support your health, financial security, and career growth:

• Free health insurance
• Employer-paid group term life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Employer-paid long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Child & Family Services
• A variety of voluntary benefit options

Employees are immediately eligible to enroll and contribute to the Y Retirement Fund 403(b) plan, with a generous 12% employer-paid contribution after eligibility requirements are met.

Our comprehensive paid time off program includes personal time off, holidays, and sick leave.

Staff receive a complimentary YMCA Buffalo Niagara membership and program discounts.

Additional benefits include ongoing training, an extensive leadership development program, and opportunities for career advancement.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Plans and implements the program curriculum and provides direction to staff at School Age Child Care (SACC) program sites. Serves as Day Camp director during the summer and facilitates the Early Learning Readiness program. Provides a quality experience and a safe environment for children and their parents. Positions are available in Lancaster and West Seneca.

GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE:

40 hours per week. Must be available to work between the hours of 7:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Friday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serves as “site director” on the OCFS SACC license for the assigned program sites.
• Implements and maintains policies, rules, regulations, and standards as required by the NYS Office of Child and Family Services, school administration, and YMCA Buffalo Niagara.
• Plans and implements weekly lesson plans. Follows all YMCA program standards.
• Facilitates the Early Learning Readiness program at assigned locations.
• Provides leadership and direction to staff. Enforces policies and procedures.
• Develops and publishes the staff schedule. Fills in for absences.
• Supervises the children, the program area, and all activities.
• Follows and enforces department protocol to clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces. Maintains the cleanliness and organization of program/work areas. Ensures PPE compliance.
• Provides a safe environment for all activities. Enforces safety rules and reports/treats any injuries.
• Performs various administrative tasks in compliance with YMCA procedures and regulatory agencies.
• Maintains all program supplies and equipment.
• Reacts to customer feedback and implements plans to improve program quality.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Responsible for communication to parents, school administration, YMCA, and OFCS.
• Maintains all required certifications. Attends and participates in all staff meetings and training sessions.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Meets School Age Child Care Director licensing requirements per NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS): Associate degree in a child care/development related field or two (2) years of college with eighteen (18) credit hours in a childcare/development related field. Two (2) years of direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.
• Able to lead activities for elementary school age children including group work, values education, and age- appropriate activities.
• Experience in program administration and staff supervision.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with participants, parents, school administration, and staff.
• American Red Cross, American Health Association, American Safety & Health Institute certification in CPR/AED (Adult, Child, Infant) and First Aid. Responding to Emergencies certification is preferred.
• Successfully completes the OCFS comprehensive background clearance requirements before beginning work at the program site.

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an Equal Opportunity Employer.