Afterschool Site Director - Simi

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Details

Job Location

Simi Valley YMCA - Simi Valley, CA

Position Type

Full Time

Description

Do you have experience supervising a team?

Is your passion leading a quality childcare program?

Do you want to continue your career in Child Development?

Y wait... Continue your career with the Simi Valley YMCA!

Y would I apply?

• FREE Gym Membership
• FREE Workout Classes
• FREE Pool Access
• Build Your Resume
• Professional Growth
• Community Involvement

Sounds Good? (We think so too!) Here is what you would do:

• Supervises the children, classroom or site, and all activities to ensure curriculum matches children ages and skill set.
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly program structure to guide staff preparation and keep parents informed.
• Trains, schedule, and supervise staff working in a licensed child care center or day camp.
• Facilitate monthly staff meetings and formally evaluates staff on an annual basis.
• Comply with all California Community Care Licensing requirements.
• Maintains positive relations with parents, children, school personnel, and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Recruits and leads parent involvement in committees and activities.

Qualifications

This job is perfect for me! What are the requirements?

• Meets at least one of the following:
  • Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law - completion with passing grades of at least 12 (twelve) post-secondary semester units of specified early childhood education classes. Units specified shall include courses covering child growth and development, or human growth and development; child, family, and community, or child and family; and program/curriculum and a minimum of (2) two years of work experience in a licensed Child Care Center or equivalent.
  • Has a Bachelor's degree from an accredited or approved college or university with a major or emphasis in early childhood education or child development and a minimum of (2) two years of work experience in a licensed Child Care Center or equivalent.
• Three (3) additional units in Early Childhood Administration completed within six (6) months of starting the position (Can be completed during the first 6 months of employment)
• Knowledge of California childcare licensing regulations and acceptable childcare practices
• Ability to mentor staff.
• Ability to build a positive relationship with school staff and parents.
• Demonstrate ability to create all activity calendars, snack menus, and parent notifications in order to ensure program runs efficiently, smoothly, and that proper communication is occurring.
• Initiative to plan, lead, and participate in activities.
• Pediatric CPR & First Aid certifications through one of the following organizations (can be completed during the hiring process)
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association