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Center Director/Field Director - North Little Rock ELC
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
The YMCA of Memphis and The Mid-South is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to building strong communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Known for its commitment to inclusivity, safety, and fostering a supportive environment, the YMCA provides a variety of programs and services aimed at empowering individuals and families to reach their full potential. With a focus on serving the diverse populations of Memphis and the surrounding Mid-South region, the YMCA emphasizes the values of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring in all its initiatives and operations.
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Job Requirements
- Meet DHS childcare licensing qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Six to eight years childcare experience including administration
- Strong communication skills
- Leadership and supervisory experience
- Knowledge of licensing and accreditation standards
- Organizational and financial management skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to multitask effectively
- Sensitivity to family and staff needs
- Experience with diverse populations
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Willingness to work in varied physical environments and weather conditions
Job Qualifications
- Must meet DHS childcare licensing qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required
- Master’s degree preferred
- Six to eight years experience in childcare including teaching and administration
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Knowledge of accreditation quality rating and licensing standards
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Ability to respond to crisis situations
- Strong organizational skills
- Financial management capabilities
- Computer literacy
- Ability to handle multiple tasks
- Sensitivity and responsiveness to family and staff needs
- Experience in corporate environments preferred
- Experience managing diverse populations and inclusive work environments
- Additional language skills helpful
Job Duties
- Ensure location exceeds all state and local guidelines and implement YMCA values philosophies and policies
- Lead location through local or state accreditation process and conduct annual or designated reviews
- Evaluate classroom curriculum and environments quarterly and monitor progress toward program goals
- Provide support and resources for program staff on development
- Develop and maintain list of community resources and referral agencies
- Serve as resource for leadership team and manage family conferences and parent partnerships
- Establish community relationships for hiring and ensure hiring standards are met
- Partner with HR department in screening interviewing and hiring
- Implement new employee orientation and regular staff orientation
- Assure job performance appraisal expectations and conduct performance evaluations
- Develop key staff and provide progressive counseling disciplinary action as needed
- Develop effective communication systems and support team building
- Maintain positive morale and address staff survey results
- Instill customer satisfaction and maintain family involvement
- Model professionalism in interactions with families and staff
- Ensure health safety and licensing requirements are met
- Follow emergency protocols and maintain licenses and permits
- Manage marketing and enrollment efforts
- Develop center budget and monitor financial performance
- Oversee center maintenance ensuring cleanliness and safety
- Project organization values and participate in meetings and trainings
- Demonstrate physical demands and respond to emergencies
- Develop relationships with sponsors and handle corporate partnerships appropriately
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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