Job Duties:
- Oversees/manages implementation & curriculum for early childhood education
- Manages operational expenses for learning center
- Builds relationships with children and families
- Oversees staffing, handles and resolves staff concerns
- Applies all YMCA policies/procedures & childcare licensing requirements
- Responsible for hiring/training/evaluation for TRS teachers & aides
- Serves as the community liaison for program and for partnerships
- Monthly progress reports / monthly staff meetings
- Plans family & learning center events community events with admin approval
- Supports the program goals of the YMCA.
- Assists with other duties as assigned by CEO or Childcare Administrator
Skills/Qualifications:
- Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED, and First Aid
- Must have 24 pre-employment training hours
- Excellent interpersonal, strong communication and problem solving skills.
- Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to teach and work with children
- Basic knowledge of computers
Education Requirements
- Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED, and First Aid.
- Must have director’s license or have 5+ years’ experience with childcare licensing requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal, strong communication and problem solving skills.
- Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to teach and work with children Basic knowledge of computers. Education Requirements
- 5+ years’ experience in childhood education
- High School Diploma (must have), Associates or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred but not required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Childcare Director: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Childcare Director Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Odessa, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
