Child Care Coordinator

Child Care Coordinator

Part Time

M-F 1pm-6pm

Weekend availability as needed

Under the supervision of the Child Care Director/Program Director/Branch Manager and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Child Care Coordinator is responsible for providing program leadership to a group. The Child Care Coordinator will assist with various activities such as special events, and other activities that occur on various occasions.

• Supervise and ensure the safety of both participants and staff.
• Assist the Childcare Director in developing and operating all aspects of program schedule, to ensure safety, fun and program quality.
• Maintain all equipment used.
• Report all program changes and equipment needs to Child Care/Program Director.
• Report to the Child Care/Program Director any difficult or unusual situations.
• Execute Child Care emergency procedures in the event of an incident/accident.
• Manage appropriate behavior with all participants and implement the YMCA’s discipline policy when necessary.
• Follow established Child Care program procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the site on a daily basis.
• Maintain attendance records and enrollment.
• Communicate with parents in a kind and professional manner including upcoming activities, behavioral issues, progress on homework, etc.

                       
Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Outstanding supervisory and leadership skills.
• Exhibit a stable temperament and a high level of maturity.
• Have experience or training significant for a Child Care program.
• Set a good example in promptness, manners, language, appearance and health. Be a model of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring for participants and staff.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR and AED (or within 60 days of hire)
• Carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, speaking, walking, running, crouching and lifting (25lbs.).