Youth Development Site Director - Multiple Locations

YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization in Colorado Springs is seeking a Youth Development Site Director to oversee school-age childcare programs. This role includes supervising staff, implementing programs, and engaging with children and parents. The ideal candidate is at least 21 years old with a relevant college degree and experience in childcare. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The position fosters a nurturing environment, supporting kids' growth and development.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Verifiable education or training in childcare.
• Experience supervising groups of children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead youth programs throughout the year.
• Implement age-appropriate curriculum.
• Evaluate children's engagement and needs.
• Develop age-appropriate curricula and coordinate supplies and budgets.
• Maintain open communication with parents and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Creative and artistic teaching abilities

Interpersonal skills

Staff supervision

Child development knowledge

Education

4-year college degree in education or related field

40 hours training in school-age children

First aid/CPR training

Job description

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Development Site Director will be directly responsible for organizing and implementing school age childcare programs. You will provide leadership and direct supervision to staff and groups of children during the school year in Before & After Programs, Adventure Days, and Break Camps as well as during Summer Day Camp. You will oversee administrative and program details while having the opportunity to create positive and nurturing relationships with children. You will also be a role model in building cooperative relationships with the parents/caregivers. As the Site Director you will promote and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitate peer-to‑to connections as part of the overall participant experience.

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 (Applies to Before & After School Programs + Summer Day Camp)

• Supervise B&A Site, Adventure Days & Break Camps, as well as Summer Day Camp site throughout the year
• Be available to substitute, in or out of ratio, and travel throughout the region we serve (Fountain to Monument)
• Provide supervision and leadership in efforts to mentor & coach counselors and aides within region on YMCA Association standards, state licensing requirements, and other job related functions
• Help develop and facilitate trainings for Youth Development staff on behavior management, expectations, SOP's, and other areas of professional development in your program area
• Complete supply procurement & purchase as needed for your program
• Demonstrate fiscal accountability by following assigned budget guidelines
• Implementing age appropriate curriculum
• Develop programs and location set up that will provide a safe and nurturing, yet fun environment for children and staff
• Evaluate children’s engagement and needs; be fundamental in creating growth opportunities for the kids in your program
• Develop and maintain timely and professional communication with parents
• Maintain an open, friendly, professional relationship with staff, parents, and children
• Primary in responding to all accidents and incidents within your program
• Identify need for and provide positive guidance that is age appropriate and maintains respect for the child in any behavioral situation
• Treat all children with dignity and respect and allow for individual differences. Provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring for each child and show as much individual attention as possible to each child. Implement curriculum that is age appropriate and helps a child reach their full potential in each area of development
• Collaborate with other colleagues
• Be familiar with and adhere to the program’s policies, health and safety regulations, emergency procedures and be ready to implement if necessary
• May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for training, extended program hours, parent nights, or association events
• Maintain State licensing and YMCA Association Standards and Minimum Guidelines
• Demonstrate proper care and storage of equipment and supplies as well as program space
• Complete routine and required form to include, but not limited to: attendance records, observation records, incident and injury reports
• Prepare snacks or meals as assigned
• Provide leadership, guidance, and respect to your fellow peers
• Modeling good character and hygiene habits

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

• Inclusion
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Emotional Maturity

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Ability to visually observe children and to physically intervene when the safety of a participant could be compromised
• Ability to physically move with participants through a wide variety of indoor and outdoor program settings and activities including but not limited to swimming, hiking, skating, gym activities, arts and crafts
• 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

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older
• Verifiable education or training in work with school-age children in such areas as recreation, education, scouting or 4‑H
• Completed at least one of the following qualifications
• A four (4) year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education with a specialty in art, elementary or early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; OR
• Two years of college training and six (6) months (910 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer experience, since attaining the age of eighteen (18), in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children
• Three year (5640 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer experience and one of the following qualifications
• Complete six semester hours, or nine quarter hours in course work from a regionally accredited college or university; OR
• 40 clock hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children and the department approved courses in injury prevention, and playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers within the first nine months of employment
• Additional teaching and/or educational license/certificate is a big advantage
• In-depth knowledge of child development
• Must enjoy working with children
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Creative and artistic teaching abilities
• Attention to detail
• Great amount of patience and flexibility
• Experience in the supervision of other employees

Verifiable and Satisfactory experience includes experience in the care and supervision of four or more children from the ages of four (4)-eighteen (18) years old, unrelated to the individual, since attaining the age of eighteen (18). Babysitting and Nannying are not accepted.

Child Abuse Prevention

I will support the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region's commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any suspicious behaviors and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
• Reporting any items that may provide a health and safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to your supervisor
• The YMCA has a zero tolerance policy for abuse. We will report all suspected and/or allegations of abuse to state and federal law

CERTIFICATIONS: (Complete Upon Hire)

• Complete Redwoods: Hazardous Communications (yearly), Sexual Harassment Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens (yearly), Child Sexual Abuse Prevention (yearly), and Behavior Manageme