Childcare Coordinator (Senior Activity Leader)
$33,280–$43,014 year
On-siteKettering, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Plan, design, and implement all aspects of child care programs for school age and day camp while operating within budget guidelines. Supervise staff to ensure proper completion of paperwork, maintain accurate records for child care programs and facilities, and ensure a clean, sanitary environment meeting state and local licensing requirements. Complete annual inspections with fire departments and health agencies, respond to inspection requests, and maintain required enrollment numbers. Actively recruit and train volunteers, distribute marketing materials, and attend parent events. Drive vehicles safely to transport up to 14 children and travel between locations as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university
- Must be able to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or equivalent as determined by the YMCA Childcare Branch
- CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen required within first 60 days of employment and kept current
- Minimum of 2 years' experience of working with children demonstrating the ability to motivate and supervise staff
- Must have supervision experience
- Must have previous licensed childcare experience
- 1 year minimum of office administration and customer service
- 1 year minimum of supervisory experience is strongly preferred
- A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and completion of YMCA Driver Orientation are required only for employees who will perform driving responsibilities as part of their role
- Computer skills needed, particularly with Microsoft Office and email applications
- Notifies supervisor and reports suspicions of abuse or neglect to appropriate local public service agencies
- Possesses the ability and appropriate safe driving record to drive a vehicle, safely transporting up to 14 children, and to travel between locations for work-related purposes as needed
- Protects confidential information regarding program participants, families and staff members
Desired Qualifications
- Planning and program development skills are helpful
- 1 year minimum of supervisory experience is strongly preferred
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