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YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South · 3 months ago

Executive Center Director - Jackson Early Learning Center

Jackson, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South is committed to fostering a supportive environment for children and families. The Executive Center Director is responsible for overseeing program operations, ensuring compliance with educational standards, and fostering community relationships while leading a team of educators and administrators.

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Responsibilities

Ensure location exceeds NAEYC guidelines, and that all staff implement YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South’ values, philosophies and policies

Lead the location through the NAEYC accreditation process within two years of opening and every three years thereafter, if applicable

Evaluate classroom curriculum and environments quarterly. Review action plans developed by Education Coordinators and classroom teams and monitor progress toward program goals to achieve location goals. Conduct annual program needs assessment

Provide support and resources for Directors, Instructional Coaches, Education Coordinators, Senior Lead Teachers on program development

Develop and maintain a list of community resources and social service referral agencies

Serve as a resource for location management team in identifying variables in child’s development, informing families, and making appropriate referrals, as needed. Guide staff through these family conferences

Ensure that relationships have been established within the community, colleges, high schools, diversity organizations, local resource and referral agencies, etc

Ensure all staff hired meets YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South standards and have skills, knowledge and personal attributes needed for successful performance

Lead process of screening, interviewing, and hiring Directors and other administrative team members. Interview staff as needed to ensure hiring standards are met

Ensure that benefits, personnel policies, and payroll processing are implemented according to company standards

Ensure staff receive new employee orientation and are oriented to YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South policies and philosophies. Conduct regular location orientation for staff in these areas: philosophy, program quality, lines of communication, and role clarification

Assure the YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South job performance appraisal expectations are met for all staff including three month review, six month review, annual JPA, goal setting, and observation and feedback

Ensure implementation of all duties as described in job descriptions of Directors and other administrative team members

Conduct bi-annual evaluation of performance of Directors and other direct reports; guide them in development of individual goals for professional growth, and monitor progress towards achieving these goals

Develop key staff to share leadership roles in the location

Advise Directors, Instructional Coaches, Education Coordinators, Senior Lead Teachers in all instances of progressive counseling, disciplinary action and if necessary, separation in accordance with EEOC, federal, state, local, and company guidelines

Review Instructional Coaches, Education Coordinators, Senior Lead Teachers job performance appraisals with location Directors. Review staff job performance appraisals as needed

Develop effective whole location staff communication systems

Meet regularly with Directors and administrative and programmatic team and lead whole location staff meetings. Participate in all classroom/team meetings

Advise Directors on team building strategies and ensure Directors and administrative team build strong teaching teams

Support and sustain positive morale

Review staff survey results with Directors and administrative team, establish action plan to address issues raised

Develop programs to achieve staff retention and limit teacher turnover. Maintain turnover rate lower than company average

Instill in staff a strong sense of, and the need for, customer satisfaction

Establish and maintain a sense of community through family involvement. Implement programs to achieve family retention

Model positive attitude, respect and professional interactions with families

Assure that ongoing staff/family communication systems: daily communication, children’s progress reports, and family conferences are completed according to YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South standards

Participate in all conferences, which are potentially difficult or sensitive

Be available and accessible to families every day, and respond to family concerns. Arrange schedule so that either Executive Director or Director are available to open and/or close the building

Develop and lead family advisory board, family orientation program and other family events, seminars and social functions

Share resources with parents through discussions, articles, parent boards, newsletters, workshops and community contacts

Confirm that NAEYC standards, QRIS standards and state licensing requirements are met in all the following areas, health and safety conditions; nutrition; staff files, qualifications and schedules; staff/child ratios, and children’s files

Follow YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South’ Emergency Protocol

Ensure that all licenses, permits and labor law posters are current

Follow appropriate procedures for Bloodborne Pathogen exposure control

Advise staff on all incidents of abuse or neglect

Confirm that Directors and administrative team implement company guidelines, maintaining family master file, accurately updating weekly statistics, following appropriate telephone protocol, conducting family tours, and promoting parent/guardian referral program. Consult with Marketing Department, and the Director of Enrollment and Revenue as appropriate

Lead special marketing efforts during key enrollment periods (August, October, January, and Spring registration). Maintain on-going marketing efforts during remainder of year to sustain enrollment

Market program to community (e.g., visiting local businesses, and distributing flyers) if needed

Guarantee location meets the specific enrollment targets/goals

Ensure that follow up and routine meetings with the Director of Enrollment and Revenue occur to maintain active waiting lists and to ensure that available slots are filled quickly

Develop whole location budget in conjunction with Regional Manage, SVP and association Finance team

Keep whole location expenses within budget. Monitor controllable. Understand and implement labor management system (staff schedules and rosters, promotion and raise guidelines)

Monitor Profit and Loss (P&L) report and general ledger monthly for total location

Immediately address poor financial performance

Maintain accurate and current financial records; collect and record tuition payments, according to YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South computer financial system

Monitor and respond to accounts receivable, expectation is “0” accounts receivable

Keep accurate account of the petty cash system; follow all petty cash procedures

Assure a clean, safe, child-ready center always

Oversee contractors, (i.e., cleaning, landscaping, snow removal, etc.)

Ensure that the location is attractive and inviting with careful thought given to displays

Positively project the organization, goals, philosophies, and policies to families, staff, and the community

Attend and actively participate in Director’s Meetings, region functions, and training

Establish relationships with local early childhood community and actively participate in community groups

Model flexibility and openness to new ideas in child care practices

Practice confidentiality with staff and family information

Continue on-going professional growth

Follow state, federal and YMCA of Memphis & The Mid South’ guidelines, including immunizations, employment physical, and required Health & Safety Training

Lift, move, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds, frequently. (Occasionally lift, move or hold weight more than 40 pounds)

Supervise and interact with children outdoors, for extended periods in varied weather conditions

Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities

Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies

Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements

Qualification

Early Childhood EducationNAEYC accreditationSupervisory skillsLeadership skillsFinancial managementDevelopmentally appropriate curriculumCommunication skillsCrisis managementComputer literacyInclusive work environmentOrganizational skills

Required

BA in Early Childhood Education or related field required

Six to Eight years' experience in the field of full-time care. A combination of infant, toddler or preschool teaching experience and actual administration of a child care center

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong leadership and supervisory skills

Well versed in NAEYC accreditation, state QRIS rating system, and licensing standards

Strong knowledge in developmentally appropriate curriculum

Responds well to unusual or crisis situations

Strong organizational skills

Capacity to understand and manage location specific financial duties

Computer literacy required

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks

Demonstrated sensitivity and responsiveness to needs of families and staff