We’re hiring in Columbus, Westerville & Gahanna!
YWCA Columbus seeks career-driven professionals who value being a positive role model for all children, including the most vulnerable. We hire high-quality staff and provide extensive orientations, free ongoing professional development, support, and evaluation.
Our childcare programs build consistency between home and school. We engage parents, school staff, and children to develop reliable strategies for academic success and behavior management and support. Through our close partnerships with the schools in which we operate, we provide choice-based learning emphasizing social-emotional learning and development, reading, science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM), and physical development. Additionally, our trauma-informed environment helps children be successful, involved learners.
Our educators maintain ODJFS Step Up to Quality standards and training requirements of up to 30 hours of professional development each year. YWCA Columbus encourages staff members to model what it looks like to be a life-long learner by supporting training efforts and professional development interests.
About Our Programs
The YWCA Safe & Sound Child Care Center, housed at the Family Center since October 2005, is a state-licensed five-star Step Up to Quality-rated program. We provide high-quality care and education to homeless children six weeks to 13 years of age as their parents spend their days searching for employment and permanent housing. Homelessness comes with a lot of transition and exposure to traumatic-related events that cause children to be delayed in their development and learning. We provide trauma-informed care in an environment that focuses on the child’s social and emotional needs.
Our staff have more than 50 years of combined experience in early childhood. Most staff have a degree or possess a CDA Credential. To further support their professional growth, staff attend 30 hours of training every two years and participate in staff professional development days several times each year. Click here to learn more about the YWCA Family Center.
YWCA Kids Place has more than 30 years of experience providing affordable, dependable, high-quality, year-round child care for families in the Gahanna and Westerville school districts. Our programs are conveniently located in your child’s elementary school to promote consistency and continuity for your child’s transition from school to Kids Place.
Kids Place educators are responsible for maintaining ODJFS standards and training requirements and completing Step Up to Quality-approved professional development hours. YWCA Columbus encourages staff members to model what it looks like to be a life-long learner by supporting training efforts and professional development interests. Click here to learn more about YWCA Kids Place.
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Company Overview
YWCA Columbus is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We strive to create a supportive community through our various programs and services.
Summary
The Safe & Sound Center Director manages daily operations and ensures a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. Oversee staff, enrollment, and regulatory compliance while supporting curriculum delivery. Essential to maintaining high-quality care and building strong family and community relationships.
Job Responsibilities
· Leadership and Staff Management: Hire, train, and supervise childcare staff (teachers, assistants, and support staff). Foster a positive and collaborative working environment.
· Curriculum and Program Development: Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs that support the developmental milestones of children.
· Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment for children and staff.
· Budgeting and Financial Management: Oversee the budget, ensuring efficient use of resources while meeting operational and educational goals.
Performance Expectations
· Parent Communication and Engagement: Maintain open communication with parents regarding their child’s development and any concerns.
· Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the facility meets or exceeds all licensing requirements and standards.
· Administrative Duties: Keep records on child enrollment, attendance, medical information, and progress. Prepare reports for licensing agencies, parents, and other stakeholders.
If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and possess the skills to lead impactful programs, we invite you to apply for the Center Director position at YWCA Columbus today!
Qualifications
Education: associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field (preferred).
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in childcare or early childhood education, with at least 1 year in leadership or supervisory role.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire); Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (preferred). Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Knowledge of state childcare licensing regulations and best practices in early childhood education. Ability to work well under pressure and multitask in a dynamic environment. Passion for working with children and fostering a positive learning environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
Columbus, OH 43207 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Job Responsibilities
Assist the lead teacher in creating and implementing age-appropriate activities to foster learning and development.
Supervise and engage with children in a safe, caring, and supportive manner.
Provide individual or small group support to children as needed, promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment, ensuring safety and cleanliness standards are met.
Assist in planning and preparing materials for lessons, activities, and projects.
Performance Expectations
Ensure children's well-being by following established health and safety protocols.
Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers about their child's progress, behavior, and well-being.
Support children during meals, nap times, and other daily routines.
Help manage classroom behavior and enforce rules in a positive and constructive manner.
Attend staff meetings and training sessions to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; CDA, associate's degree or higher in early childhood education or a related field preferred.
Experience: Previous working with children in a childcare or educational setting is a plus.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education. Ability to work collaboratively with a team of educators and staff. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Patient, nurturing, and attentive to the needs of children. Must pass background checks and meet state and local licensing requirements for childcare workers. First Aid and CPR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain
Core Competencies
Communication: Communicates well, delivers presentations, and has good listening skills. Communicates effectively with others regarding various tasks, concerns, and ideas.
Interpersonal Skills: Builds strong relationships, is flexible/adaptable, works well with others, solicits feedback. Applies effective interpersonal and problem-solving skills when responding to those we serve.
Job Knowledge: Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, and keeps job knowledge current.
Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems weighing the relevance and accuracy of available information. Strives to understand contributing factors. Generates and evaluates alternative solutions.
Required Trainings:
Employee Health and Safety Trainings
CPR & first aid
Child abuse
Communicable disease
Required OCCRA trainings
Physical Demands: frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting children (up to 40 pounds), reaching, crouching, crawling, and sometimes carrying heavy supplies, all while maintaining constant supervision and quick responsiveness to children's needs, especially in a fast-paced environment; essentially requiring good mobility and physical stamina throughout the workday.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Benefits
Work in an environment where you can impact the lives of others each and every day
We pay for you to maintain licensed training in First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse Recognition, Communicable Diseases and all required certifications
Medical, dental, vision insurance to eligible individuals
Retirement plan and 401k for eligible employees
Discounted child care for your children
Join a team of dedicated professionals who genuinely care about the people they serve
Equal Opportunity Employer
At YWCA Columbus, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, or national origin. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
If you have any questions, please contact:
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Renee Owens
Human Resources Generalist
614.627.1214