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YMCA of the USA · 8 hours ago

Early Learning Director

Reston, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$57K/yr - $57K/yr

3+ years exp

YMCA of the USA is seeking an experienced leader to join their team as the Early Learning Director. This role involves overseeing the operations of the Early Learning program, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a positive environment for children and staff.

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Responsibilities

Lead and manage the daily operations of a licensed preschool facility

Responsible for creating, developing, and maintain a positive relationship with teachers, parents, and professional development of branch staff

Stays current with all licensing, state, and local regulations and ensures that the site and all of its staff are in compliance at all times

Provides training and orientation for new parents, teachers, and children, including touring families and transitioning children

Hiring, training, coaching, supervising, and evaluating early learning staff

Ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly communication to parents to support the lesson plans, the milestones, and development of the children within the program

Prepares annual budget of the department for presentation to administration and periodic forecasting presentations

Qualification

Early Childhood EducationProgram DevelopmentLeadership SkillsStaff SupervisionChild DevelopmentCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDiversity AwarenessCollaborationCritical Thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Recreation, Human Services, etc

Minimum of 3 years' experience working primarily with preschoolers in a licensed child care center

Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills, including staff supervision and development, program development, and working with children and parents

Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents, and committed to working with diverse population

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive plans to ensure you and your family can receive the care you need.

Wellness Programs: Y membership for you and your family to support your physical and mental health.

Retirement Plans to Secure your Financial Future: The Y will contribute 10% of your salary into the Y’s retirement savings plan. You also have the option to make additional contributions to the Y’s 403(b) and ROTH plans.

Work-Life Balance: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Professional Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Inclusive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven workplace, ensuring all employees feel valued.