YWCA Central Massachusetts · 1 day ago
SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
YWCA Central Massachusetts - Worcester, MA 01608
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $25/hr
1+ years expYWCA Central Massachusetts is seeking an Assistant School Age Program Director to assist in managing program operations for their childcare department. This role involves supervising staff, developing curriculum, and ensuring compliance with educational regulations to provide high-quality care for children and families.
CommunitiesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop curriculum with the School Age Program Director, including Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M), using appropriate grant guidelines for a multi-site after school program and a summer camp program that fosters a positive inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and encourages collaboration among staff, students and families
Utilize and develop an anti-exclusion practice, ensuring all processes, programs, and interactions are welcoming and inclusive
Purchase and deliver program supplies
Manage bi-weekly petty cash
Work with the Site Coordinators to ensure that a safe environment is created, implemented and maintained in an environment where students can learn and grow at their own pace, interact comfortably with adults, and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of developmentally appropriate activities throughout the center
Develop good relationships with parents and maintain open and consistent communication; an open-door policy which encourages parent visits, family activities and regular parent meetings
Work with families in need of intervention and work with the School Age Program Director, make referrals to outside agencies as needed
Be the secondary reviewer for income eligible slots and vouchers
Assists in developing agenda and facilitating mandatory monthly center meetings
Assist in maintaining staff records as per all licensing and YWCA requirements
Maintain all records required for licensing and in preparing for licensing accreditation renewal
Work with the School Age Director on any grant related items
Provide tours and intakes for families
Aims to ensure that all students, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups have equal opportunities to learn and succeed
Maintain EEC Professional Qualifications (PQ) Registry
Maintain student/teacher ratios at all times
Work in classrooms as needed to maintain student/teacher ratios
Perform other duties as requested
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 21 years of age
First Aid and CPR certification required
Strong communication skills
Good problem-solving skills
Ability to work with families and children of diverse cultural backgrounds
Ability to cooperate with coworkers
Has reliable transportation, a valid drivers license, and is able to pick up and deliver materials to sites at least weekly
Must have at least one year of previous experience working with elementary school aged students
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in education preferred but not required
Company
YWCA Central Massachusetts
YWCA Central Massachusetts is a nonprofit organization focused on eliminating racism and empowering women.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Deborah Hall, MS (she/her/hers)
Chief Executive Officer
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