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Make a Difference Every Day! Do you believe that childhood should be filled with opportunity, belonging, adventure, and fun? The Sanford-Springvale YMCA is seeking an energetic and experienced Director of Licensed Out-of-School Time & Summer Day Camp to lead programs that make a lasting difference in the lives of local children and families. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a Maine-licensed school-age child care program throughout the school year while overseeing our summer day camp experience. You will lead a team of caring youth professionals, build strong relationships with families, develop engaging programs, and ensure that every child has a safe and supportive place to learn, grow, and thrive. If you are a strong leader who enjoys working with children, developing staff, connecting with families, and creating great programs, we want to hear from you!

What We're Looking For Required:

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Recreation, Youth Development, Social Services, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience. Experience working with school-age children in child care, education, recreation, camp, or youth development. Experience supervising or leading staff. Ability to meet applicable Maine DHHS licensing requirements. Ability to successfully complete required background checks. Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills. A genuine passion for working with children and families.

Preferred:

Previous experience managing a licensed school-age child care program. Summer camp leadership experience. Familiarity with Maine child-care licensing requirements. Experience with staff scheduling, enrollment management, budgeting, and program development.

What We Offer Competitive salary:

$47,500 - $52,500 Full-time, year-round employment YMCA membership Professional development and training opportunities Paid time off and holidays Health, dental and vision benefits Retirement plan with YMCA contribution FMLA Life insurance YMCA program discounts A collaborative and mission-driven work environment The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community Why the YMCA?At the Sanford-Springvale YMCA, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, belong, and reach their full potential. Our youth programs are more than childcare—they are opportunities to build confidence, develop friendships, discover new interests, and create memories that last a lifetime.

The Director will play an important role in carrying out the YMCA's mission of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility while helping shape the next generation of our community.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are an enthusiastic, organized, and compassionate leader who wants to make a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply:

Submit a resume and cover letter to: Sanford-Springvale YMCA Email -aorazio@sanfordymca.org with resume and a letter of interest The Sanford-Springvale YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Company Overview The Sanford-Springvale YMCA has proudly served area families since 1940, providing a diverse array of programs designed to foster growth, learning, and community connection. Committed to promoting the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, our organization continually evolves to meet the needs of our vibrant community.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$47,500.00 - $52,500.00 per year

Work Location:

In person