Program Director II Early Learning - Valleywide Valley of the Sun YMCA

Program Director II Early Learning - Valleywide Valley of the Sun YMCA Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $45,760 - $50,336 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Academic program development Early childhood education center experience CPR Certification Community engagement Non-profit experience Overseeing educational regulatory compliance Curriculum development First aid Mid-level Team development Bachelor's degree in child development Bachelor's degree First Aid Certification Team management Instructional leadership in education Teacher coaching Staff training Child Development Quality improvement Human Services Bachelor's degree in education Academic program coordination Bachelor's degree in human services Staff development Full Job Description The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF CHILDCARE - EARLY LEARNING

Provides and conducts onsite support to the development of assigned early learning centers, providing coaching and guidance to the early learning teams specific to educational curriculum, quality standards and student portfolios. Evaluates centers for educational curriculum, teacher strategies and provides support for advancing the academic success of all programs. Assesses and monitors early learning programs for alignment and compliance to AZ-DHS licensing standards, Quality First standards and YMCA best practices. Supports centers in setting and monitoring SMART goals utilizing center assessments and quality improvement plans. Completes coaching documentation and follow-up support for onsite visits. Serves as the lead coordinator of the Teaching Strategies platform to include Tadpoles (parent communication), Creative Curriculum (curriculum development) and Teaching Strategies Gold (student portfolios). Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Serves as a member of YMCA management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA. Performs other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF CHILDCARE - EARLY LEARNING

: Bachelor's degree in early child development, human services, education, childcare or a related field, or equivalent, preferred. Two or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency. Knowledge and experience with AZ First Things First- Quality First initiative and standards or a similar quality rated early childhood initiative. Proven experience in early childhood curriculum development, implementation, and student portfolios. Preferred experience as a director in an early learning center. Proven experience in staff development, training, coaching and quality improvement. Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with diverse populations YMCA Team Leader or Multi-Team/Branch Leader certification preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications may be required. Knowledge in Creative Curriculum is preferred.

FULL TIME BENEFITS

Employee Assistance Program Free YMCA Family Membership Employee Program Rewards and Discounts Paid Vacation & Sick Leave (Once Accrued) 403b Retirement Savings Account Upon Hire Professional Development Opportunities & Trainings 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (Once Eligible) Health Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

OUR YMCA CULTURE

The Valley of the Sun YMCA has been a trusted place of belonging, growth, and opportunity. We are for strengthening families, and creating opportunities for every child, teen, adult and senior to thrive. Guided by our call to Be Well. Do Good. Lead Change. Our goal is to expand access, deepen impact and secure a sustainable future for the Y across Arizona. Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors. Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated. All allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to in accordance with our Abuse Response Process. This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.