Kids Club Director

Kids Club Director (57042)# Kids Club Director (57042)
Jacobson Center Headquarters - Ames, IA 50010## Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education  Level4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage Up to 50%
Category Kids Club Before/After-School Programs## Great leaders. Stronger kids. Brighter futures.
** YSS
* * is looking for a
** Kids Club Director
** who’s ready to make a difference in the lives of kids and lead programs where they can learn, grow, and thrive!

In this leadership role, you’ll oversee the planning, staffing, scheduling, and delivery of before- and after-school programs for kindergarten through sixth-grade students at assigned schools. You’ll also lead summer programming and activities on teacher in-service days, creating engaging experiences that keep kids learning, connecting, and having fun.

Working alongside Community Youth and Family Development (CYFD) staff, mentors, and volunteers, you’ll coordinate prevention-focused programs and ensure children have the positive adult support they need to succeed. You’ll also recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers, building a strong team committed to providing safe, enriching, and meaningful experiences for every child.
** What You'll Do...
*** Supervises the planning and organization of Before/After school, summer, and full-day programs.
* Incorporates best practices materials and maintains program quality standards.
* Ensures current DHS licensing is maintained at all sites.
* Oversees participant recruitment and registration
* Develops, implements and monitors program budgets and fees scales.
* Handles fee collection, deposits, and record keeping.
* Provides comprehensive hiring, scheduling, training, supervision for all staff and volunteers. Training topics include:  + child development,  + guidance and discipline,  + developmentally appropriate practices,  + nutrition,  + health and safety,  + communication skills,  + professionalism, and  + cross-cultural competence.
* Meets regularly with colleagues, staff, and supervisors and attends agency and external meetings as assigned.
* Provides multiple reports on a quarterly/annual basis, reporting to funders, advisory boards and committees as assigned.
* Completes paperwork in a timely and qualitative manner.
* Please know this is not a complete list of the position’s responsibilities. Duties can change.
*** Who You Are...
** You’re an
** organized, energetic leader
** who loves
** building strong teams**,
** creating engaging programs**, and making sure every child has a safe, fun place to learn, connect, and thrive.
** What We Provide...
** We invest in people—because when you thrive, so do the communities we serve. At
** YSS**, you’ll find meaningful work, strong support, and benefits designed for real life.
** Supportive Culture & Work Environment
*** Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture
* Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
** Health & Wellness Benefits
*** Comprehensive health insurance
* Voluntary dental and vision insurance
* Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
* Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
* Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) options
* Flu shots and mental health support resources
* Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames
** Time Off & Work-Life Balance
*** Generous paid time off (4 weeks PTO)
* Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday
* Volunteer time off
** Financial & Retirement Benefits
*** Competitive salary
* Supplemental compensation award
* 403(b) retirement savings plan
** Professional & Career Support
*** Professional liability insurance coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness…