School Age Childcare Site Director - Highcliff & McKnight Elementary

Ymca; Highcliff (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking a Site Director for our morning kindergarten-wrap program at McKnight Elementary and our afternoon afterschool program at Highcliff Elementary. The role partners with a Program Director to ensure quality, licensing compliance, curriculum delivery and exceptional family service.

As Site Director, you will mentor staff, manage day-to-day operations across sites, and uphold Keystone STARS standards while fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment for

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age and a high school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related field is preferred or 30 credits in ECE with another degree.
• 2+ years of experience working with youth or 1 year in management/supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with licensing requirements and safety standards at all times.
• Recruit, screen, train, supervise and evaluate teaching staff.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with parents, schools and community partners.
• Oversee day-to-day operations at one or more sites and mentor staff.
• Implement curriculum and quality standards per Keystone STARS STAR 4 center.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Child development

Staff coaching

Program management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related field

Associates Degree in ECE or related field

1 Year Management/Supervision Experience

Job description

156 Peony Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15229, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, income, national origin, race, sexual orientation, body type/shape, and physical and mental well-being, can reach their full potential with dignity. Guided by our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we strive to create a welcoming environment for all.

Do you enjoy creating a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive? Are you passionate about youth development and ready to take a leadership role in a high-quality before and after school program? The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and mission-driven Site Director.

This full-time position works closely with a Program Director to support our kindergarten-wrap program in the morning at McKnight Elementary School. In the afternoon, this position leads the day-to-day operation of our afterschool program at Highcliff Elementary. The Site Director plays an important role in implementing curriculum, maintaining licensing and quality standards, and delivering exceptional customer service to families and school partners.

Job Grade: 7

Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Child Care Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible, accountable and oversees the day-to-day operations of the program at one or more sites. This includes delivery of supervision, program curriculum and good customer service with parents, school administrations and the public. The Site Director provides mentoring and coaching to staff. The Site Director is expected to learn and follow the standards and practices for high quality care and education in this Keystone STARS STAR 4 center.

OUR CULTURE

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain compliance with all Department of Public Welfare (DHS) licensing requirements and safety standards, including staff to child ratios, at all times.
• Maintain and monitor compliance with the staff training requirements as set by the DHS, Keystone STARS Quality Initiative, and the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh.
• Actively collaborate and work with Federal and community agencies and state licensing.
• Assist in the recruiting, screening, training, supervising and evaluating performance of all teachers.
• Use a variety of tools for measuring success of staff performance such as observations, check lists, conversation, workshops, reading materials, resource materials and accomplishment of growth goals.
• Maintain complete and current records for children and staff as needed to assist the Youth
• Development Business Office.
• Develop and maintain strong parent and volunteer relationships to support the everyday operations, special activities, and quality improvement.
• Assist in the development of policies, procedures and manuals for center operations, parents, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Developing Others
• Quality Results
• Decision Making
• Values
• Inclusion

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 21 years of age
• High School Diploma/GED -and-
• Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related field -and-
• 1 year of experience -or-
• Bachelor’s Degree which includes 30 credit hours in ECE or related field -and-
• 2 years of experience working with youth -or-
• Associates Degree in ECE or related field -and-
• 2 years of experience working with youth -or-
• Associates Degree -and-
• 30 credit hours in ECE or related field -and-
• 3 years of experience working with youth -or-
• Associates Degree -and-
• 4 years of experience working with youth -and-
• 1 Year Management/Supervision Experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

156 Peony Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15229, USA