About this role
Under the supervision of the Regional Director, with direction from the Youth Development Leadership Team, the After School Director plans, coordinates and provides supervision of the afterschool program to ensure quality services which provide growth in academics, social emotional development and health and wellness. The Director conducts him/herself in a caring, responsible, honest, and respectful manner and is a role model for colleagues, staff as well as for program families. In addition, he/she ensures focus on programming that promotes healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. This role will work 30 hours a week onsite at the Trotter Elementary School (including afterschool program hours). Other off-site meetings will be required on a predetermined schedule with supervisor. Key Responsibilities Gain knowledge of the school day curricula by supporting classrooms throughout the school day. Utilizing that knowledge, ensure that the program staff plans and implements classroom curricula that align with school day learning and provide growth in skills, self-awareness, group relations, and character development. Ensure adherence to EEC licensing standards, and create systems and structures that allow for organized and impactful programming and an inclusive culture. Develop new or utilize existing systems of communication to inform parents and community networks about scheduling, program activities and opportunities for engagement. Participate in the Y annual campaign Maintain a program environments which are safe, healthy, and engaging. Position the YMCA in the community as a resource and asset through engagement and participation in the broader Trotter community. Collaborate with Trotter school staff to ensure that the after-school program is a valued extension of the school day. Support and/or operate as lead Director, summer programming at a licensed YMCA location. General Responsibilities Keep safety of children as first priority; emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, parents, and early education staff. Use positive and constructive methods of child and staff guidance, while ensuring that all staff does the same. Ensures the development, maintenance, and quality of the program, consistent with the YMCA mission and philosophy - including daily schedules of staff, curriculum, supervision, staff meetings, professional development, parent meetings, and special events. Ensure all necessary personnel, payroll, file maintenance, and EEC paperwork is current, including documents related to licensing and other state or YMCA initiatives. Maintain accurate attendance, children’s files, evaluations, and proper reporting to parents and regulatory agencies. Manage transportation for participants Work with the Business Manager / Bookkeeper to ensure up-to-date accounts among families in accordance with EEC and YMCA policies as needed. Perform other duties as requested by supervisor or Youth Development Leadership MCA Competencies (Team Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values; Shows a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them; Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions; Builds rapport and relates well to others; Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations; Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively; Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another; Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience; Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings; Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately; Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process; Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships; 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.