Youth Development Director — Lead Programs & Impact

YMCA of Delaware; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off 2 weeks + holidays

Free Nationwide Y Membership

Retirement plan 12% employer-funded

Learning and development workshops

Career advancement opportunities

Staff discounts

Job summary

The YMCA of Delaware is seeking a capable leader to oversee early childhood education programs across multiple sites. You will ensure licensing compliance, guide curriculum implementation, and supervise staff while promoting inclusivity and high standards.

Minimum 3–5 years supervisory experience in an early childhood or youth setting is required; knowledge of OCCL, Delaware Stars, and NAEYC Accreditation is preferred. A Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) in a related field is desirable.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in an early childhood or youth development setting.
• Knowledge of Delaware OCCL regulations, Delaware Stars, and NAEYC Accreditation standards.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in ProCare or similar childcare management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Licensing & Compliance: Ensure annual licensure of all program sites, meeting Delaware State Licensing regulations.
• Program Management & Curriculum: Direct, manage, and coordinate all early childhood education programs for assigned sites; implement curriculum and assessments; conduct classroom observations and coaching.
• Staff Leadership & Development: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise personnel and volunteers; provide professional development.
• Operations & Administration: Manage supplies and budget; coordinate registrations, subsidies, billing with Registrar/Business Manager.
• Quality & Accreditation: Maintain Delaware Stars quality rating; ensure NAEYC accreditation standards.
• Minimum Qualifications: Strong interpersonal and communication skills; 3–5 years supervisory experience; knowledge of OCCL, Stars, NAEYC; leadership and organizational skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: Multilingual; Bachelor's (Master’s preferred) in related field.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Staff coaching

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ProCare or similar childcare management system

Job description

The YMCA of Delaware is seeking a capable leader to oversee early childhood education programs across multiple sites. You will ensure licensing compliance, guide curriculum implementation, and supervise staff while promoting inclusivity and high standards.

Minimum 3–5 years supervisory experience in an early childhood or youth setting is required; knowledge of OCCL, Delaware Stars, and NAEYC Accreditation is preferred. A Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) in a related field is desirable.