NISHNA VALLEY FAMILY YMCA 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Job Title: Childcare Director (Ann W. Wickman Child Development Center)                 

Position:  Exempt Salaried:  Range $24,000 - $37,000

Reports to: Executive Director                                       Page: 1 of 2

 Date: 10-19-2009

 GENERAL FUNCTION

 Develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA child care program(s). 

 Essential Functions:

• 1. Manages, directs and coordinates the child care programs for assigned location(s). Ensures high quality programs and establishes new program activities as needed. Expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• 2. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• 3. Develops, manages and controls budgets related to the position. Ensures program operates within budget and that program fees are collected.
• 4. Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
• 5. Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment.
• 6. Develops and maintains relationships with state child care licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs. Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• 7. Provides staff leadership for annual fund raising campaign and committees as assigned.
• 8. Maintains proper records/department files.
• 9. Organizes special events for parents. Assists in YMCA fund raising activities.
• 10. Provides staff leadership to the child development center committee and reports to the YMCA Board as needed.
• 11. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• 12. Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program.
• 13. Performs welcome center duties and direct care as needed.

 Core Competencies (Supervisor):

Mission and Community Oriented: Models honesty, caring, respect and responsibility.

Practices inclusion and cross-cultural understanding. Models best practices of engaging and partnering with members and community. Assists in the orientation, training, and development of volunteers.

People Oriented: Uses positional authority appropriately. Effectively engages group dynamics to develop diverse teams. Effectively tailors communications and influence strategies to the audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Results Oriented: Monitors qualitative and quantitative expectations. Encourages and supports curiosity, creativity, innovation and calculated risk-taking of others. Provides others with frameworks for decision making. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Cultivates relationships to generate funds. Effectively creates and manages budgets.

Personal Development Oriented: Manages emotions appropriately. Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change.

 Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor's degree in related field or combination of equivalent training and experience.
• 2. One to two years related experience preferred, as a coordinator or supervisor of child care programs.
• 3. Must be 21 years of age.
• 4. Completion of: Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens.
• 5. Fulfillment of state-specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program specific certifications.

 Physical Demands:

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children's activities.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS

This position ensures quality programs and efficient management of YMCA services in the area of Childcare.

Other Duties Assigned

• And other duties as assigned

All positions are subject to realignment to meet the needs of the Nishna Valley Family YMCA.

 

 

Job Title:  Childcare Teacher 

Position:   Non-exempt; hourly wage range $7.25 - $10.00

Reports to: Childcare Director                                                Revision Date: 10-19-2009    

General Function:

Provides direction for the program and staff, and implements program curriculum in the classroom.  Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Essential Functions:

• 1. Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• 2. Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.
• 3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
• 4. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• 5. Conducts parent conferences, maintains communication with parents, and engages parents as volunteers.
• 6. Maintains program site and equipment.
• 7. Maintains required program records.
• 8. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.

YMCA Core Competencies:

Mission and Community Oriented: Lives YMCA values; actively values diversity; engages community and members in YMCA mission and work; builds effective working relationships and recruits volunteers.

People Oriented: Employs effective persuasion strategies; builds rapport and relationships to create small communities; listens for understanding and meaning, speaks and writes effectively; takes initiative to assist in developing others

Results Oriented: Executes objectives that align with the YMCA's mission and goals;  quickly identifies opportunities for improvement and solutions when encountering obstacles; employs thinking skills to understand and solve issues; implements best practices and project plans; has a voice in the process; supports fund raising; responsible with YMCA resources.

Personal Development Oriented: Recognizes own strengths and limitations; pursues self-development that enhances job performance; is flexible.

Qualifications:

• 1. High school diploma, ability to complete para-educator training.
• 2. At least 19 years of age.
• 3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• 4. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• 5. Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• 6. Previous experience with diverse populations.

Physical Demands:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS

This position ensures quality programs and efficient management of YMCA services in the area of Childcare. 

Other Duties Assigned 

• And other duties as assigned

All positions are subject to realignment to meet the needs of the Nishna Valley Family YMCA.

 

 

Nishna Valley Family YMCA                         Application

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Are you available to work:   ð  Full Time    ð  Part Time    ð  Shift Work    ð  Temporary

 

Are you currently on “lay-off” status and subject to recall?                      ð   Yes     ð   No

 

Can you travel if a job requires it?                                                          ð   Yes     ð   No

 

Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 7 years?                   ð   Yes     ð   No

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Employment Experience

Start with your present or last job.  Include any job-related military service assignments and volunteer activities.  You may exclude organizations which indicate race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disabilities or other protected status.

 

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I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.  I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision.

 

This application for employment shall be considered active for a period of time not to exceed 45 days.  Any applicant wishing to be considered for employment beyond this time period should inquire as to whether or not applications are being accepted at that time.

 

I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at will” nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause.  It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

 

In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s) may result in discharge.  I understand, also, that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer.

 

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