Childcare Program Director

Direct and supervise all daily childcare operations to ensure high-quality programming and safe, developmentally appropriate learning environments Lead, supervise, coach, schedule, and support classroom staff, floaters, and support staff while maintaining a positive and team-centered culture Ensure compliance with all YMCA policies, Missouri state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, CACFP requirements, and child abuse prevention policies Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and provide classroom coverage and support as needed Support onboarding, training, mentoring, and ongoing professional development of staff members Conduct regular classroom observations and provide coaching, guidance, and feedback to staff Collaborate with the Director of Early Learning Centers, to support program growth, operational consistency, and long-term program goals Work closely with the Family Engagement Coordinator and Business Manager to support enrollment, billing, attendance tracking, and family communication systems Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, school districts, licensing representatives, and community partners Support and participate in family engagement events, program activities, staff meetings, and YMCA initiatives Ensure classrooms and shared spaces remain organized, clean, safe, engaging, and licensing compliant Maintain accurate records, incident reports, attendance records, staff files, and required compliance documentation Support program scheduling, staffing plans, and operational adjustments based on enrollment and daily needs Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills by anticipating operational needs and proactively supporting staff and families Assist with tours, family onboarding, and transitions for new students and families Address parent concerns, staff concerns, and operational challenges in a professional, calm, and solution-focused manner Promote YMCA programs and maintain a welcoming, relationship-centered environment Participate in marketing efforts, community outreach, and partnership opportunities as assigned Assist with budgeting, supply management, and operational resource planning Ensure all children are actively supervised and that staff maintain high standards of care and professionalism Uphold YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all interactions Perform all other duties as assigned Schedule and Compensation Full-time salaried exempt position aligned with program operating hours Position requires flexibility to meet operational and staffing needs of the program Some early mornings, evenings, special events, or emergency staffing support may be required Average work week may exceed 40 hours based on operational needs and program demands Compensation based on experience, education, and YMCA leadership pay structure Benefits: Excellent benefits include free membership and discounted YMCA childcare and other programs. Excellent benefits include health, dental, life insurance, paid retirement plan after years served.