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YMCA Silver Spring Asst. Early Learning Director

Ymcadc, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States, 20900


YMCA Silver Spring Asst. Early Learning Director

9800 Hastings Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20901, USAJob Description

Posted Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:00 AMThe Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Here is an exciting opportunity for you to join a great team of professionals committed and passionate about working with youth. A career at the Y is one of the most rewarding career experiences you will encounter. We are currently recruiting for an

Assistant Early Learning Director

at our YMCA Silver Spring location.Advance your career and make a difference by joining the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington!Position: Assistant Early Learning DirectorSalary: $52,000This position is responsible for assisting the Early Learning Director with the overall operation of the Early Learning program site(s), including licensing, curriculum development and delivery, and health and safety of the children.The fun work of this position includes but is not limited to the following:Ensures adequate safety procedures are in place for the class being taughtSupervises staff, including call outs, PTO, daily staff schedule, and concerns or issuesEnsures that curriculum is designed and implementedCoordinates monthly newsletterEnsures daily, weekly, and monthly communication to parents to support the lesson plans and milestones and development of the children within the programSupervises programs, including operation, maintenance, appearance, and cleanlinessCodes incoming bills for paymentOrganizes and tracks employee training to ensure staff are in compliance with licensing regulations and ensures trainings are suited to improve the quality of our teachers and centersMonitors and organizes classrooms - attendance, sign in & outAssists with hiring, training, coaching, supervising, and evaluating Early Learning staffAppropriately handles development and disciplinary issues with staff as needed, and implements reward and recognition practicesProvides training and orientation for new parents, teachers, and children, including touring families and transitioning childrenResponsible for maintaining staff files and ensuring staff compliance in CPR/First Aid certifications, including blood borne pathogens, HAZMAT, and other required certificationsAttends monthly PAC meetings with DirectorPartners with parents to effectively address their questions/concernsAssists with classroom observations and technical supportSubstitutes in classrooms as neededSupports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particularOperates facility and program in Early Learning Director’s absenceResponsible for creating, developing, and maintaining a positive relationship with teachers, parents, and other branch staffStays current with all licensing, state, and local regulations and ensures that the site and all of its staff are in compliance at all timesAssists Director as needed in preparing the branch or continuing to adhere to NAEYC accreditationOther duties as requiredThe qualifications for this position are as follows:Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Recreation, or Human Services. Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test. Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting. Must meet the county/state licensing requirements. Minimum of three years experience working primarily with preschoolers or school-age children (depending on program) in a licensed child care center. Must have strong organizational and administrative skills including supervision, program development, and working with children and parents. Ability to supervise staff. Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents. Must understand and be committed to working with a diverse population and to YMCA character development.Join the Y!We appreciate your talents, hard work, and professional dedication and will reward you with a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a 10% employer-funded retirement plan. In addition, we provide a 403(b) savings plan; high-quality healthcare; free YMCA membership for you and your family; a generous paid time off package; numerous professional development opportunities; an exciting and collaborative work environment; and the ability to work with creative, talented, and diverse individuals.9800 Hastings Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20901, USA

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