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Child Watch & Preschool Director

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Champaign County YMCA

Champaign, IL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

The Child Watch & Preschool Director provides leadership, administration, and direct supervision for the YMCA Little Explorers Preschool program, Child Watch program, Kids Club, and Teen Center. The Director is responsible for ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children while supporting families through high-quality childcare and early childhood education experiences. This position oversees program operations, staff development, curriculum implementation, enrollment growth, licensing compliance, and family engagement. The Director will promote the YMCA mission and values while ensuring all programs meet the developmental needs of children and the expectations of families served.
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field is preferred. Experience in childcare administration, preschool operations, staff supervision, curriculum implementation, and family engagement are also preferred. Knowledge of state childcare licensing standards and early childhood best practices is required.