Before & After School Program Director - West Valley Family Ymca Child Care - Calabasas Area

Lead, Inspire, and Empower as a Before & After School Program Director!

Are you passionate about creating safe, engaging, and enriching experiences for kids? Do you have a heart for mentorship, leadership, and building strong relationships with families and communities?

Join our YMCA team as a Before & After School Program Director in our Licensed Program and help shape the future of young learners through fun, educational, and meaningful experiences!

As the Before & After School Program Director, you'll lead a team of dedicated staff to provide a safe, inclusive, and high-quality program for school-age children. You'll develop and implement exciting activities, oversee program operations, and foster positive relationships with students, families, and school partners. If you're a motivated leader who thrives on making a difference, we want you on our team!

What You'll Do:

Lead & Oversee Program Operations- Ensure smooth daily operations of our Before & After School program on the campus of an elementary school for students in TK-6th grade, providing a safe and structured environment

Develop Fun & Enriching Activities- Plan and implement activities that support academic success, creativity, and social-emotional learning

Supervise & Support Staff- Hire, train, and mentor staff to create a positive and engaging experience for kids and families

Build Relationships with Schools & Families- Serve as the main point of contact for parents, school administrators, and community partners

Ensure Safety & Compliance- Maintain program licensing, safety protocols, and child protection policies to provide a secure environment. The candidate should have knowledge and familiarity with Title 22 regulations.

Engage with the Community- Promote the program through outreach, partnerships, and special events to increase impact and enrollment

What We're Looking For:

Passion for Youth Development & Leadership: Experience in school-age child care, youth programs, or education is a plus!

Energetic & Organized Leader- Ability to manage multiple priorities, oversee staff, and run a high-quality program with enthusiasm

Strong Communication & Relationship-Building Skills- Work effectively with children, parents, staff, and community partners ️

Experience in Program Administration- Background in education, child development, or recreation preferred

Availability:

• This program operates Monday-Friday with occasional night and weekend events and trainings throughout the year.
• On school days, the typical schedule is 10:00am-6:00pm
• Twice a week the Director works a split shift, 7:00am-9:00am and 12:00pm-6:00pm. The Director has the flexibility to determine which two days of the week they will work a split shift.
• During the school breaks, (such as summer), the Y operates as a day camp, with the typical schedule being Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm.

Certifications & Requirements:

• Must be 21 or older

• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or ASHI (must be obtained within 60 days of hire, no online only certifications accepted)

• TB Test Clearance

• Education:

• Option 1: Twelve (12) semester units in Child Development and/or Early Childhood Education and/or Child & Adolescent Development.

• Option 2: Three (3) semester units in Child Development and/or Early Childhood Education and/or Child & a Adolescent Development plus an additional nine (9) semester units in any combination of the following: Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Child & Adolescent Development, Psychology, Sociology, Elementary Education, Recreation, Arts, Theater, Home Economics, Counseling, Humanities, Human Services, Health, Nutrition, Nursing, Physical Education and/or Kinesiology

• Option 3: Associate or Bachelor degree with at least three (3) units in Child Development and/or Early Childhood Education and/or Child & Adolescent Development.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Three (3) semester units in Administration, Supervision or Staff Relations, or willing to enroll and complete the units at an accredit college (online or on-campus) within six (6) months of hire.

• Four years' experience supervising group child care center. Previous experience working with school age children in a group setting (preferred).

• Proof of vaccination or immunization for pertussis (TDAP), and measles (MMR) or willing to complete prior to your first day.

• This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify check. For more information about E-Verify, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview

You'll Love Our Benefits:

Healthcare for you & your family: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans to keep you and your family covered.

️️Take time away from work: Enjoy 10 Paid Holidays including 2 Flexible Floating Holiday Vacation Days and paid vacation time to get away and relax.

Free Access to All 28 Greater LA Branches: Dive into fun and fitness anytime, anywhere across our vibrant community of facilities.

Give Your Kids the Best! Enjoy free before and after school childcare at select locations for your little ones, along with complimentary sports and youth classes - it's a win-win for everyone! (some limitations apply)

Celebrate Your Health & Well-being: We believe in self-care, so enjoy a paid day off annually dedicated entirely to your wellness and rejuvenation and we offer paid sick leave.

Get Active & Creative with the Whole Family: Grab a 20% discount on our exciting LA Y programs and treat yourself to a myriad of activities designed to keep you energized and inspired!

️ Adventure Awaits: Enjoy a whopping 25% discount on day camps for your kids, creating memorable experiences for them while you save big.

Plan for the Future: We'll help you start preparing for tomorrow with a 10% Y Retirement Fund contribution (upon eligibility) and access to the Y Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan (tax-deferred and Roth options).

Lifelong Learning: Embrace growth with paid training, leadership development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your professional goals.

Financial Wellness Matters: Staff are able to enjoy access to Rize Credit Union and can save big on everyday purchases with several discount programs, including access to PerkSpot!

That's Not All: There is a treasure trove of additional perks waiting for you! Imagine combining your passion for education with these amazing benefits - that's the kind of impact we're talking about!

If you're ready to lead an impactful program, support children's growth, and build a thriving community, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now and help us create a brighter future-one child at a time!

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our staff, the Association is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. People of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.