School Age Program Site Director

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Site Director is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the After School Program, with the support and guidance of the Family Services Director,  he/she serves as the leader of a team of people with the goal of providing excellent after school care for school aged children (K-5^th grade).  It is his/her responsibility to make sure that YMCA standards and procedures as well as those of the Department of Children and Families are followed.  He/she will supervise Program Counselors and will make regular reports to the Family Services Director.

This position is part-time with potential for full time hours for the right candidate.  Applicant must be available Monday-Friday, be 21 years old or older, and have reliable transportation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

1. Develop and implement all aspects of the of After School Program
2. Supervise and schedule support staff and maintain proper adult/child ratios
3. Maintain up to date, accurate, and complete written records on all enrolled children.  
4. Maintain on site staff personnel records
5. Maintain all standards for After School Programs as required by CCPS, the Department of Children and Families and the YMCA
6. Develop a positive relationship with parents by creating ample opportunities for communication and being open to their requests whenever possible
7. Develop a positive relationship with school faculty and employees and work with them to coordinate schedule changes, arrivals, departures and absences
8. Create a monthly snack menu and order needed supplies
9. Inventory Program equipment and supplies and notify Family Services Director when more are needed
10. Review all incident reports and make verbal reports to the parents at pick up
11. Observe behaviors and development levels of the children and keep written records when problems or concerns arise; inform the Family Services Director when a parent conference is warranted and initiate and participate in the conference
12. Collect and record weekly payment of fees from parents and deliver to the YMCA front desk or make arrangements for Supervisor to pick-up.
13. Keep the Family Services Director informed of all program issues as they arise especially when related to the children’s behavior and development
14. Be familiar with YMCA mission, policies and procedures
15. Participate in YMCA programs and promotions
16. Be an enthusiastic, dedicated, reliable and committed leader of our team

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Meets all Department of Children and Family standards
2. Certification in Infant, Child and Adult CPR, and Basic First Aid
3. **Completion of 45 Hour Child Care course required by the State of Florida
4. Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
5. 21 Years or older
6. Degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA (preferred)
7. Completion of the state issued Director's Credential (within 1 year of employment)