YMCA of Delaware · 21 hours ago
Youth Development Director CAMP- Western YMCA Family Location
Newark, DE
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$50K/yr - $55K/yr
3+ years expYMCA of Delaware is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and families, and they are seeking a Youth Development Director to oversee early childhood education programs. The role includes ensuring compliance with licensing regulations, managing program curriculum, and leading staff development initiatives.
Health DiagnosticsNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Ensure annual licensure of all program sites, consistently meeting Delaware State Licensing regulations
Oversee all required physical inspections, life safety standards, child and staff files, ASQs (Ages & Stages Questionnaires), and other compliance documentation
Maintain compliance with state and local codes, laws, and regulations relevant to early childhood education
Direct, manage, and coordinate all early childhood education programs for assigned sites
Implement curriculum and assessments; review and approve lesson plans
Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and mentoring to staff
Ensure ADA requirements, inclusivity, and best practices are consistently maintained in the early education setting
Support the Senior Youth Director and collaborate with Youth Development leadership
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise personnel and volunteers
Provide professional development opportunities, coaching, and performance evaluations
Manage curriculum supplies and equipment within budgetary guidelines
Partner with the Registrar and/or Business Manager to coordinate new registrations, ProCare system updates, transitions, terminations, Purchase of Care (POC)/Early Childhood Assistance Program (ECAP) subsidies, and billing issues
Maintain progress and compliance with Delaware Stars quality rating system
Ensure ongoing standards for NAEYC Accreditation are achieved and sustained
Qualification
Required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community
Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in an early childhood or youth development setting
Knowledge of Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL) regulations, Delaware Stars, and NAEYC Accreditation standards
Strong leadership, coaching, and organizational skills
Preferred
Multi-lingual
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or related field (master's preferred)
Proficiency in ProCare or similar childcare management systems preferred
Benefits
Full benefits package including Dental, Vision & Health Insurance
Generous PTO vacation starting at 2 weeks, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
Free Nationwide Y Membership for your Household
12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!
Company
YMCA of Delaware
YMCA of Delaware is a non-profit firm to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living & social responsibility.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
TD Charitable Foundation
2023-05-08Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Jarrett Royster
President and CEO
Peter DeGregorio
Chief Financial Officer
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