School Age Site Director

YMCA of Middle Tennessee

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Job Summary

Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Middle TN, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the Area Director the Site Director is responsible for planning and implementing all activities and executing daily lesson plans for a School Age Before and After School site according to DHS and YMCA policies and procedures.

The Site Director will supervise site staff and their activities. The Site Director will be responsible for providing a School Age program that will ensure the participants’ safety at all times foster children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth, and adhere to YMCA program guidelines and DHS standards. The Site Director will maintain positive relationships with YMCA staff, school staff, and school-age participants.

Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
• Maintain citywide policies and procedures; adhere to state licensing standards; conduct a licensing inspection at the site
• Implement a daily curriculum that meets YMCA guidelines and direct staff and children in the daily activities outlines; maintain weekly lesson plans, calendars, and daily record keeping including rosters
• Actively lead and engage a group of 15 to 20 (DHS maximum is 20) children in activities outlined by the Area Director either inside or outside program areas and during transition times
• Set up and take down program space so that the area is transformed into a child-friendly environment; this includes moving, cleaning, picking up, and putting back furniture and equipment ensuring program space is left in an organized fashion
• Supervise staff including schedules, staff coverage, and time sheets & Kronos; assist in training and developing part-time staff
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the program staff
• Develop and maintain communication with parents that meet DHS requirements; attend and/or conduct parent conferences
• Develop, implement, and participate on a parent advisory board a minimum of twice a year
• Maintain individual files, accounts receivable, and collected fees and monitored to ensure that they are current and complete according to SOPs
• Assist in controlling and maintaining supplies and inventory on-site and purchase and maintain snacks
• Participate in YMCA volunteer programs and the Annual Support Campaign
• Carry out special projects and perform office duties as assigned by program staff

Qualifications

• Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA
• An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants, and staff to create a culture of service
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Must present a professional image possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
• Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Minimum 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent recognized by state law: In addition to at least two (4) years of full-time documented work experience with children in a group setting and 30 hours of TECTA (can be obtained after hire)
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and 1 year full-time experience with children in a group setting
• 36 credit hours of college course work in business management child or youth development, early childhood education, or closely related field, or shall have earned a Department-recognized credential (TECTA or CDA) and (2) years of full-time documented work experience with children in a group setting.

Certifications Required:

• Before the start of 1st shift:
• New Hire Orientation training
• DHS Background Disclosure Form & Fingerprint Appointment
• Abuse Registry Check
• DHS Physical health form
• Proof of education
• Completed references report
• Past Employment reference
• DHS TCCOTS “Before you Begin” and “Shaken Baby” training
• Pre-service training
• Within 30 days of hire:
• CPR Pro/ First Aid/ AED
• Within six months of hire: Complete course training and Certify in Adult Mental Health First Aid USA from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing

*Must maintain annual training requirements*

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk on uneven surfaces; sit; handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions that are prevalent at the time. The noise level is usually minimal to moderate.

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Details

• Date Posted: July 31, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Administrative
• Service Area: Children / Youth
• Salary Range: Starts at $17.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Working Hours: Typically Monday - Friday, based on the needs of the program and participants.