The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America
Association Director of Early Learning
The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America, Crown Point, Indiana, United States, 46307
Overview
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of YMCA leadership, the Association Director of Early Learning is responsible for the strategic leadership, growth, and quality of Early Learning programs across the Crossroads YMCA Association. This includes oversight of licensed Early Learning Academies and preschool programs, as well as ensuring excellence in curriculum, staff development, compliance, and participant experience. The Association Director of Early Learning guides a team of site-level leaders to deliver high-impact, mission-driven programming that meets the developmental needs of children in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. This role is a vital member of the YMCA leadership team and a highly visible representative of the YMCA’s mission, core values, and commitment to child development and family support. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of five years of leadership experience in early childhood education, including multi-site or program-wide oversight. Strong knowledge of Indiana State licensing standards, CCDF, accreditation, and quality rating systems. Demonstrated success in staff development, program growth, budgeting, and community engagement. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365; experience with early learning management software preferred. Complete ongoing yearly compliance training.
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POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of YMCA leadership, the Association Director of Early Learning is responsible for the strategic leadership, growth, and quality of Early Learning programs across the Crossroads YMCA Association. This includes oversight of licensed Early Learning Academies and preschool programs, as well as ensuring excellence in curriculum, staff development, compliance, and participant experience. The Association Director of Early Learning guides a team of site-level leaders to deliver high-impact, mission-driven programming that meets the developmental needs of children in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. This role is a vital member of the YMCA leadership team and a highly visible representative of the YMCA’s mission, core values, and commitment to child development and family support. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of five years of leadership experience in early childhood education, including multi-site or program-wide oversight. Strong knowledge of Indiana State licensing standards, CCDF, accreditation, and quality rating systems. Demonstrated success in staff development, program growth, budgeting, and community engagement. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365; experience with early learning management software preferred. Complete ongoing yearly compliance training.
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