Child Care Program Supervisor

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$47,840.00/yr - $54,080.00/yr

YWCA Walla Walla is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting social justice, fairness, and dignity for all. Since 1997, we've enriched the lives of women and their families through programs that include domestic violence and sexual assault services, licensed childcare, and personal enrichment initiatives. We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative child care supervisor professional to support our mission and childcare programs.

The Child Care Program Supervisor supports the daily operations of two licensed child care centers, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. This role provides on-site leadership, staff support, and program continuity in collaboration with the Child Care Director. The Supervisor assumes full operational responsibility during the Director's absence (e.g., vacation, leave), ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and organizational policies.

This is an on-site position primarily in Dayton and also in Walla Walla, Washington.

To be considered, please submit both a resume and a cover letter detailing your interest and relevant qualifications. Applications submitted without a cover letter may not be reviewed.

• Support daily operations across both child care sites, ensuring smooth transitions, staff coverage, and adherence to schedules.
• Serve as acting site lead in the absence of the Child Care Director, including responding to licensing visits, parent concerns, and staff needs.
• Monitor classroom environments to ensure alignment with curriculum goals, safety standards, and licensing requirements.
• Assist with staff scheduling, classroom assignments, and ratio compliance.
• Provide coaching, modeling, and support to classroom staff to promote high-quality care and a positive team culture.
• Help with classroom coverage while staff are on breaks or are out, and assist teachers and children during transitions and challenging moments.
• Participate in onboarding and orientation of new staff.
• Assist Child Care Director in ensuring adherence to state licensing regulations, health and safety protocols, and organizational policies, including MERIT updates and staff STARs training.
• Maintain accurate records related to attendance, incident reports, and daily operations.
• Assist with preparation for licensing inspections and quality assessments.
• Address parent concerns or questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Support professional development efforts by identifying training needs and encouraging reflective practice.
• Build positive relationships with families through daily communication and responsive support.
• Support family engagement events and center-wide communications.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field, required.
• 45 ECE Credits, required.
• 2 years teaching experience, required.
• Experience preferred: at least three years in a licensed childcare setting, preferably with a minimum of one year in a supervisory or lead teacher role.
• Knowledge of state child care licensing regulations and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to travel between both center locations as needed; requires a current Washington State driver's license.

• A mission-driven work environment that values collaboration, integrity, and impact.
• Opportunities for professional growth and cross-functional learning.
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement fund, accrued sick and vacation leave, 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays.
• Supportive team culture and leadership.

Mid-Senior level

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