Assistant Center Director,Early Learning Job Auburn area,Washington USA,Child Care/Nanny

Overview

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

We are seeking Early Education professionals who are passionate about and dedicated to providing children and their families with an excellent educational experience. This opportunity is fantastic for someone who is eager to grow in an environment that values your contributions and communication skills. You will work in a supportive and caring environment with a responsive leadership team and phenomenal resources and materials.

The Assistant Center Director, Early Learning provides day-to-day supervision and management of a childcare site. They plan and implement a safe and quality childcare program through working directly with employees, participants, and parents.

We are looking to hire full-time non-exempt (hourly) staff at our Auburn location. Shifts will be within our operating hours of Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m.

- 6:00 p.m.

To learn more about building brighter futures through Early Education, visit Early Education | YMCA of Greater Seattle | Community Programs Fitness & Youth Development.

What you'll get from working at The Y:

Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Retirement with generous employer contributions
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp, and outdoor leadership programs: 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff.

* Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range: $32.00 - $34.00 / hourly DOE

Responsibilities What you'll be doing as Assistant Center Director, Early Learning:

Ensure planning and implementation of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA. Is responsible for the quality and completion of all program plans, including lesson, behavior, and event plans.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate childcare site staff/volunteers. Is responsible for professional development planning. Conduct staff meetings and organizes trainings. Maintain required staff/child ratios.
Professionally communicate as needed confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians, including newsletters, individual parent communication, and parent/teacher conferences.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures.
Maintain professional relationships with families, facility personnel, and the community. May plan and conduct events for parents.
May maintain required records according to YMCA and DSHS standards, including attendance records, immunization records, registration information, accident reports, discipline records, and fire evacuation records.
Recruit new enrollments.
Ensure that site supplies are maintained and purchased as necessary.
May assist with developing and monitoring department budgets.
Ensure developmentally appropriate classrooms, including appearance, décor, and cleanliness of site.
May supervise a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
May prepare and serve snacks.
Recruit and support members of Parent Advisory Group.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a licensed childcare center.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone / smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,…