School Age Child Care Program Director

Ymca Cnw; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Ymca Cnw in Yorktown, NY is hiring a Program Director for School Age Child Care to oversee before- and after-school programs and a summer camp. The role focuses on safety, engagement, and compliance with YMCA policies and NYS regulations.

The position requires leadership, supervision of staff, and strong partnerships with families and schools. The schedule is 25–30 hours per week with a pay rate of $22–$25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, 18 college credits in a related field, or SAC Credential.
• Two or more years of experience in a school-age child care setting.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of assigned program sites (before/after-school and summer camp).
• Ensure compliance with YMCA policies and NYS OCFS/DOH regulations.
• Maintain safe, organized, welcoming program environments.
• Support engaging, age-appropriate programming and manage behavioral concerns.
• Supervise, support, and provide guidance to program staff.
• Monitor staffing, schedules, attendance, and staff-to-child ratios.
• Support staff onboarding, training, and ongoing performance.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Develop strong partnerships with school administration and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Staff supervision

Education

Associate degree or SAC Credential

18 college credits in related field

Job description

Position:School Age Child Care Program Director

Location: Yorktown, NY

Program Director – School Age Child Care

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of School Age Child Care Services, the Program Director oversees the daily operation of assigned before- and after-school programs and summer camp. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for children while maintaining compliance with YMCA policies and NYS OCFS/DOH regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Program Management

Oversee daily operations of assigned program sites.

Ensure compliance with YMCA policies and NYS OCFS/DOH regulations.

Maintain safe, organized, and welcoming program environments.

Support engaging, age-appropriate programming and manage behavioral concerns appropriately.

Supervise, support, and provide guidance to program staff.

Monitor staffing, schedules, attendance, and required staff-to-child ratios.

Support staff onboarding, training, and ongoing performance.

Family & School Relationships

Build positive relationships with children and families.

Maintain professional and timely communication with parents.

Develop strong partnerships with school administration and staff.

Respond to program concerns and work collaboratively toward solutions.

SCHEDULE & PAY

Monday–Friday

25–30 hours per week

Flexible schedule based on program needs

$22–$25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree, 18 college credits in a related field, or SAC Credential

Two or more years of experience in a school-age child care setting

At least one year of supervisory experience

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills