Youth Development Director - Preschool

Youth Development Director – Preschool

Are you a childcare professional? Do you want to make a positive difference in the life of a child? Are you a reliable, responsible, punctual leader and team player? If so, step forward and lead our dynamic and exciting preschool and preschool summer camp. Holly Pond School at the Darien YMCA is instrumental in providing strong foundations for children’s academic and social development with a goal of making positive impacts on the lives of young children, their families, and the community.

As the Youth Development Director – Preschool, you are a dynamic individual who comes to work with a smile and genuinely enjoys working with children, staff, parents and members. You will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the preschool, and the preschool summer camp, focusing on ensuring young children receive the best possible care and education. The Director is responsible for creating budgets, hiring and training staff, and encouraging a collaborative and positive workplace culture. Your friendly and welcoming demeanor creates positive public relations and fosters the Y’s commitment to providing a superb educational experience.

Our commitment to you includes a vibrant work environment, competitive salary and top-notch benefits, and a membership to the Y! At the Y, you can discover your passion and build a career with a future. We offer the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community and yourself!

Additional exciting duties for the Youth Development Director – Preschool include (but are not limited to):

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct leadership and coordination of all preschool related program areas, classes, and activities.
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule, and direct teachers/counselors/camp staff and volunteers as needed.
• Implement, develop, maintain, or modify curriculum to meet the needs of children enrolled in the programs.
• Develop and manage department’s annual budget. Manage and implement approved budget and take appropriate action to assure revenue targets are met, and expenses are controlled.
• Prepare department schedules and complete bi-weekly payroll for Preschool and Camp staff.
• Manage preschool enrollment including admission, registration, waitlists, billing, and all other fees related to preschool classes or activities.
• All other duties related to the Youth Development Director – Preschool role deemed necessary, reasonable, and relevant.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Two years of experience as Preschool Director or similar leadership/supervisory role.
• CT Director’s credential at the standard level or equivalent educational experience.
• Working knowledge of childcare center regulations and policies.
• Demonstrated business management skills including responsibility for budgets, enrollment targets, staff management.
• Knowledge of Excel or equivalent financial software.
• Cross-functional collaborator with demonstrated ability to build relationships and engage with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of Office of Early Childhood CT licensing a plus.

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.

• Frequent use of computer and/or phone/smart device and office equipment.
• Occasional intervals of moving about building, grounds and recreational areas.
• Continuous interaction with children, staff, and parents.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The Director is subject to all objects, apparatus or equipment used for preschool, preschool camp or program activities and functions. Some light to moderate lifting of supplies or materials may be required.
• Daily exposure to indoor/outdoor temperature/weather conditions. Frequent periods of standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching while supervising staff or assisting children.

The Darien YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Darien, CT 06820: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person