Senior Program Director, School-Age Programs

YMCA of Memphis & The MId; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South seeks a Program Director 2 to lead school-age programs, ensuring safety and promoting children’s growth. You will maintain positive relationships with YMCA staff, school staff, and participants, and support cross-area leadership in training and recruitment.

You will supervise PD1, oversee programming, enrollment, and partnerships, and lead fundraising and grant programs while ensuring licensing compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with experience in child development or related field.
• Five or more years of YMCA program and/or childcare experience preferred, including leadership.
• Ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff across sites.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with partners, schools, and families.
• Familiarity with state licensing requirements and DHS expectations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Program Director 1 to ensure effective operation of school-age programs.
• Provide guidance, coaching and supervision in programming, curriculum, and enrollment management.
• Develop and maintain relationships with licensing agencies, schools, and community partners.
• Lead fundraising and manage grant programs at assigned sites.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and safety standards and oversee staff scheduling and payroll reporting.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

TECTA certificate / child development background

Experience in management or leadership role

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South seeks a Program Director 2 to lead school-age programs, ensuring safety and promoting children’s growth. You will maintain positive relationships with YMCA staff, school staff, and participants, and support cross-area leadership in training and recruitment.

You will supervise PD1, oversee programming, enrollment, and partnerships, and lead fundraising and grant programs while ensuring licensing compliance.