Child Development Director

Job Description

The Bangor Region YMCA has an exciting opportunity for a seasoned child development professional to manage, direct and grow our Child Development program.

Our Child Development Director must be positive, energetic, flexible and a true leader in every sense of the word. They must have an impeccable work ethic and a solid work attendance history.

They must be visionary, strategic, possess strong communication skills and be an inspirational manager of our Y team.

The Child Development Director oversees the Early Childhood Education and Before and After School programs. Acts as a supervisor, mentor and motivator to the staff and develops and implements high quality, enriching and fun programming for our children.

The Bangor Region YMCA offers a competitive wage and benefits package including :

Medical

Dental

Vision

Medical and Dependent Care Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Maternal / Paternal Leave

FREE Bangor YMCA Family Membership

Nationwide YMCA Membership Reciprocity

Apparel Stipend

50% Discount off Childcare

20% Discount of Program Fees

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in child development or related field.

2. Experience as an early childhood education and before and after school program manager or related fields,

3. Experience with program evaluation using evidence-based practices or ability and willingness to learn these practices.

4. Experience with State of Maine program licensing and safety standards.

5. Must possess the ability to elevate and maintain the highest level of program standards through Maine Roads to Quality.

6. MRTQ level must be a level 5 or higher.

7. Must understand, create and manage program budgets effectively.

Essential Functions

Provide exceptional customer service to contribute to a positive experience for all parents and children enrolled in the Y’s Child Development program.

• Provide, direction, management, development and quality assurance of the department and its programs including Early Childhood Education and the Before and After School program.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, motivates, schedules and educates Child Development staff and volunteers. Develops strategies to achieve staffing goals.
• Assist the Marketing Director in development and distribution of program information and marketing material.
• Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas.
• Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures are followed.
• Develops and maintains relationships with state childcare licensing agencies, school administrations, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs.
• Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints within 24 hours.
• Develops, manages and monitors the department budget. Assess and recommend budgeting for facility and equipment needs. J
• Provide data and reports on assigned programs in support of the planning process.
• Model relationship building skills and the YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring in all interactions.
• Serves as a professional representative of the YMCA, provide leadership through example.
• Provide leadership and support to the annual fundraising campaign and other committees as assigned.
• Function as a primary responder in case of injury, accident or illness and be knowledgeable of emergency procedures.
• Ensure program areas, office areas, equipment and supplies are maintained in a professional, orderly, and safe manner.
• Maintain current certifications for all trainings necessary supporting the role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader) :

Mission Advancement : Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures an elevated level of service with a commitment to changing lives.

Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.

Collaboration : Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities.

Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.

Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness : Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities.

Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth : Shares new insights. Facilitates change, models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change.

Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well;

uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.