YMCA of Southwestern Indiana · 10 hours ago
Early Learning Director
Greater Evansville Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$42K/yr - $45K/yr
3+ years expYMCA of Southwestern Indiana is a leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Early Learning Director is responsible for managing the Early Learning program, including day-to-day administration, staff recruitment and training, budgeting, and community engagement.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth
Complete required abuse risk management training
Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements
Manage daily operations of a licensed facility, ensuring high-quality programming and financial sustainability through budget management and enrollment growth
Ensure full adherence to federal, state and local licensing regulations, risk management requirements, and YMCA child safety protocols
Responsible for continuously evaluating programs to manage risk
Effectively handles all emergency incidents, submits proper documentation and assists with follow up investigations
Oversee the hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation of early learning staff and teachers
Rewards and recognizes staff and ideas contributing to our YMCA staff culture
Models relationship-building skills in all interactions; develops and maintains collaborative relationships with staff and families, community partners and school administrators to maximize program impact and drive overall outcomes
Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within the area of responsibility
Addresses all inquiries and complaints in a timely and thorough manner
Build strong relationships with families, drive community outreach, and manage communication regarding child development and curriculum milestones
Implement developmentally appropriate educational models, utilizing systems like Creative Curriculum, to foster child growth, social-emotional skills, achievement, academic growth and enrichment
Ensures high quality programs through innovative program development and continuous program monitoring, evaluation and improvement
Organizes or participates in Y activities, such as committees, special events, and fundraising
Must work closely with other departments to ensure good communication, cooperation and ensure good customer service throughout the building
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or related field
Minimum of 3 years' experience working primarily with preschoolers in a licensed child care center
Minimum age of 21
Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills, including staff supervision and development, budgeting skills and initiative in program development
CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen and Blood Borne Pathogen training required within 60 days of employment
Child Abuse Prevention training required before/on first day of work
Fulfillment of state-specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program-specific training
Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team is necessary
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Family Membership to the YMCA
YMCA Program Discounts
YMCA Retirement Fund (after qualifying number of hours worked and length of employment)
Company
YMCA of Southwestern Indiana
Our Mission The YMCA of Southwestern Indiana, Inc., following the example of Jesus Christ, responds to community needs, by serving all people, especially youth, through relationships and activities that promote healthy spirit, mind, and body.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Johnathan Pope
Chief Executive Officer
Ethan Hilton
Founder & Executive Director - Centerpoint Energy STEM Center Volunteer Program
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