Daycare Director

NY1737807 Daycare Director Fulton Family YMCA in Fulton, NY is hiring a full time Daycare Director General Functions: Under the direction of the CFO, the Daycare Director will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive thematic-based enrichment program for children who attend the Ready. Set. Grow Daycare. In addition to program management, the incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day operations in the areas of staff supervision, hiring, training, administration, collaborative relationships, and fiscal management including department budget, DSS billing and program growth and retention. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Manages, directs, and implements a dynamic Childcare Center program. - Provides leadership to staff and ensure adequate coverage for all activities and shifts. This includes the sharing of duties and responsibilities as well as offering both positive and constructive feedback. Review of leads lesson plans and oversight of the implementation of plans. Observe staff in program and hold staff meetings - Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling supervision, and continued development of all childcare staff. - Act as a liaison between parents and program staff regarding parent or participant concerns and work as the key leader to assure a safe, fun and quality environment is provided in all areas. - General oversight of services in accordance with the policies, values, and standards established by the Association and OCFS. Maintain all records in accordance to OCFS policies. - Responsible for facilitating department revenue growth, and overall enhancement and increase of program services. - Responsible for the overall facility appearance, and related equipment. - Identifies and resolves problems to ensure programs are meeting the goals of the program. Unresolved issues should be reported to the CFO. - Must work/be available during program hours, including 7:00am-6:00pm with flexibility. - Acts as a positive role model for the children in the program; this includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff. - Accountable for department budget development and management. DSS billing. Ensure a strong fiscal position and appropriate resource allocation. - Ensure all program operations are consistent with Association procedures, including maintenance, emergency, accident, purchasing, personnel, and accounting systems at both sites. - Implement program initiatives that identify safety, quality, and excellent customer service as top priorities. - Serve as a member of the branch staff team, assisting with special events, programming, and committees as assigned. - Maintain all required certifications and trainings. - Attend all required meetings and training. Experience and Education: - Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Recreation, or related field or CDA with equivalent experience. - Minimum two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13. - Minimum one year experience in management of childcare programs, supervision of staff, and budget management. - Knowledge of OCFFS licensing requirements. Qualifications: - Excellent organizational and communication skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position. - Demonstrates leadership skills in an outgoing, hands-on, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner. - Demonstrates a passion for high standards and believes in the YMCA mission. Trainings & Certifications: - Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens and Employee Safety training. - Must hold CPR, AED, First Aid certifications, and YMCA Child Abuse Prevention. - Any other training or certifications needed by OCFS or YMCA. Salary - $60,000 - $67,000 annually depending on experience Apply on Indeed at https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=YMCA&l=Fulton%2C+NY&radius=0&from=searchOnDesktopSerp&vjk=722d02040c7ef0 b