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Channel Islands YMCA

ASSISTANT PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR

Channel Islands YMCA, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190

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Job Details

Level : Experienced

Job Location : Santa Barbara Family YMCA - Santa Barbara, CA

Position Type : Full Time

Salary Range : $23.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Job Shift : Day

BENEFITS THAT BENEFIT YOU

FREE Family Gym Membership and Program Discounts

FREE Medical HMO Plans Available, Long-term Disability, Employee AssistancePrograms, Basic Life Insurance

Affordable Medical PPO Option

Education Assistance Program Up To $1,500 per year

YMCA Retirement Fund

Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, and Holidays

Flexible Schedule

Our Commitment to Belonging At the Channel Islands YMCA, we are committed to building bridges within our communities. We aspire to create spaces, experiences, and a culture where all people belong and feel connected.

What does an Assistant Preschool Director do?

Assist in planning, supervising, and implementing childcare programs in accordance with guidelines from State of California Community Care Licensing

Supervise up to 12 children independently under the guidelines from State of California Community Care Licensing

If applicable, supervise an Assistant or Associate Teacher with up to 15 or 18 children under the guidelines from the State of California Community Care Licensing

Provide quality care and supervision to children (visual, proactive, interactive)

Provide a safe environment for all children to thrive

Guide behaviors using positive methods, keeping in mind each child’s individual needs

Carry out activities and lesson plans

Ensure the program is delivering Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards

Set up and cleanup of the program area including vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, trash removal, etc

Assist the Site Supervisor in the planning and administration of the program

Assist in selecting training and providing guidance to staff

Ensure accurate enrollment and attendance procedures are followed

Provide exceptional customer service and foster connections with children and families

Participate and satisfactory completion of in-service trainings

Create an environment that is welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive for all children and families

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must possess a minimum of 12 units of Child Development or related field and 3 units in Administration. A waiver may be submitted to allow for the Administration course to be completed in the first year of employment (or approved Community Care Licensing alternative)

2 years’ experience working in a childcare setting

Ability to obtain Criminal Record Clearance

Health Screening Report and negative TB test required prior to first day of employment

Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire

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