Childcare Site Director

The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, income, national origin, race, sexual orientation, body type/shape, and physical and mental well-being, can reach their full potential with dignity. Guided by our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we strive to create a welcoming environment for all.

Job Title: Childcare Site Director
Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Child Care Director
PAY GRADE: 7, $16.51 - $20.63/hour, depending on experience

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Do you have a passion for empowering youth, building stronger communities, and being a part of meaningful programs that support working families? The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is seeking fun, enthusiastic, and mission-driven Site director with strong preschool background to lead our Youth Development program and help prepare young learners for kindergarten.
As a key member on our Youth Development Team, you’ll help children discover their potential while supporting families through dependable, enriching care. You’ll work closely as a team of dedicated educators, build strong partnerships with staff and families, and ensure our programs reflect the highest standards of safety, inclusion, and child development.

Our Culture:
At the YMCA, our mission and core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty are brought to life through our culture. We strive every day to live our cause of strengthening community with purpose and intentionality.

• We are welcoming: Open to all and a place where you belong.
• We are genuine: We value you and embrace your individuality.
• We are hopeful: We believe in your potential to create change.
• We are nurturing: We support your growth and development.
• We are determined: We relentlessly pursue a stronger, more equitable community.

Essential Functions

• Ensures child safety and health of youth
• Actively supervises a group while maintaining ratio and utilizing the hands-free ID system.
• Manage classroom behavior using positive behavior management techniques to create a safe and respectful environment.
• Plan and implement curriculum and activities within established guidelines that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
• Maintain program areas and adheres to program standards in regards to equipment, storage, safety, and cleanliness.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations of each youth and reports information to lead staff.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, staff training, program activities, and family events (both on and off site).
• Responsible for daily record keeping of and check in with leadership that honors the confidentiality of the information.
• Responsible for meeting CACFP program requirements and recording meals at point of service.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective verbal and/or written communication with parents, youth, and other staff.
• Maintains compliance with all DHS and OCDEL licensing requirements and NAEYC and/or Keystone Stars and/or ACA Accreditation standards and training requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age -and-
• • High School Diploma/GED -and-
• • Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related field
• -or-
• • Bachelor's Degree with 30 credit hours in ECE or related field -and-
• • 1 year of experience working with youth
• • Associates Degree in ECE or related field -and-
• • 2 years’ experience working with youth
• -or-
• • Associates Degree -and-
• • 30 credit hours in ECE or related field -and-
• • 3 years’ experience working with youth
• • Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification.
• • Mandated Reporter Training within 30 days of hire
• • Water Safety Supervision Training upon hire (as needed for location)
• Strong Pre-Kindergarten background preferred

Perks of Working with the Y

• Free family YMCA membership
• Opportunities for professional development, and paid certifications
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employee contribution options
• A supportive team culture that values innovation, learning, and fun
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of children and families

What You’ll Need to Join Us

• Must be 18+ years old
• An Associates or Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Required clearances: Act 33, 34, 151 & NSOR
• Mandated Reporter Certification (within 45 days – paid training)
• Completion of health/TB screening and 10 hours of DHS training within 30 days (paid)
• CPR and Pediatric First Aid within 90 days (paid)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee needs sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand in excess of 15 minutes at a time; walk on uneven surfaces; sit; handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can occasionally be loud.
• The work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may require travel to various locations. While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?
Join the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh – where passion meets purpose, and you’ll be part of a movement to uplift youth, families, and neighborhoods every day.
This description is a summary of the functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh reserves the right to review and adjust this job description as business needs dictate.

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