Responsible for daily operations and the supervision of associates at a preschool program within the Shawnee Mission School District.  Ensures the program has a safe, supportive and fun environment.  Creates and maintains positive relationships with families and school administration.

Our licensed Pre-K and Preschool programs provide a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for the world of kindergarten.  

OUR CULTURE: 

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

• Ensures that the program is operated in a safe and purposeful manner, and that all licensing and YMCA guidelines are met or exceeded.

• Develops relationships and work with prospects, families, associates, school staff, district representatives, and state licensing representatives.

• Keep a consistent headcount on all children present at site; communicate changes with all other associates.

• Implements a system for supervision for areas specific to site such as playground and bathrooms to insure children are never left unattended or placed at risk.
• Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Manages associate-to-child ratios within licensing standards and according to Y policies for site coverage.
• Follows up and reports on absent children to ensure the child’s safety.
• Maintains accurate attendance, and sign-in/sign-out records, including the daily required sign-in/out sheet with parent or guardian’s signature.
• Positively ID individuals picking-up before releasing children (picture ID necessary until you can personally identify them).
• Monitors equipment and facilities for safety and security purposes and addresses concerns promptly.
• Manages and oversees observational tool through training and mentoring new leads on the use of the online tool, checking input weekly, and assuring portfolios for all children are maintained.
• Communicates important program issues and information to supervisors.
• Completes all state licensing, financial, and Y reports in an accurate and timely manner and critical incident reports within 24-hours.
• Offers parent/teacher conferences each school year.
• Attends all mandatory associate in-service and training events and maintains training requirements for licensing. 
• Maintains financial records and monitors bi-weekly fee payment process for site, including accounts receivables.
• Organizes and meets fundraising site goal.   
• Educate staff in the appropriate developmental stages, and the proper classroom structure/ schedule based on these states.  Provide guidance for staff with classroom situations.
• Visit the classrooms on a regular basis, with interaction with both associates and children. Assist in classrooms to maintain proper ratio.
• Provides tours to prospective families as needed.

• Qualifications to obtain a Program Director approval in the state of Kansas, holding a license for over 100 children (see below).
• Minimum of three years’ experience working in a group setting.
• Experience in understanding and applying the principles of development and programming for both school-age and early learning.
• Demonstrated experience in relationship building and leadership skills, preferably in working with families, building administrators.
• Knowledge of state licensing standards and commitment to adhere to said standards.
• Sensitivity to clientele and associates representing a variety of family, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Commitment and desire to provide quality school age and early learning programming at all levels.

 Qualifications for Program Director Approval

     One of the below options must be met to qualify:

• Option 1:  Twelve credit hours in child development and early childhood education AND six months teaching experience in licensed centers or preschools.
• Option 2:  A child development associate credential and one year of teaching experience in licensed centers or preschools.
• Option 3:  An associate of arts degree or two-year certificate in child development AND one year of teaching experience in licensed centers or preschools
• Option 4: An bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood education, including a supervised practicum AND three month’s teaching experience in licensed centers or preschools