YWCA Columbus is searching for their next Program Administrator for the Safe & Sound Child Care Center, housed at our Family Center. This Center is a state-licensed, five-star Step Up to Quality-rated program. We provide high-quality, trauma-informed care and education to children six weeks to 13 years of age, focusing on the child’s social and emotional needs. The Program Administrator is tasked with managing the day-to-day operations of the Center.

Examples of Duties

• Plan, develop and implement procedures for the day-to-day operations of the Child Care Center
• Develop and implement operations systems to promote the guiding principles of Empowerment, Accountability, Respect and Nurture (the EARN model).
• Oversee implementation of high quality curriculum that is aligned with the Early Learning and Development Standards and the Ohio K-12 Standards.
• Work collaboratively with YWCA Family Center staff to ensure consistent communication and team approach to service delivery.
• Maintain relationship with Columbus Public School personnel to monitor and track the academic and developmental performance and progress of children in the Family Center.
• Facilitate regular team meetings to foster communications and to address the needs of individual children and youth.
• Supervise the creation of Professional Development Plans with direct reports and encourage continued professional development of all staff.
• Assist with crisis intervention and conflict resolution at all levels of customer base.
• Maintain current Parent Handbook and facilitate regular communications with parents.
• Provide responsible child interactions to encourage and model positive parenting.
• Serve as a role model for staff to manifest agency and program vision and values of eliminating racism and empowering women and their families.
• Assist with the development and implementation of budgets that support fiscally responsible childcare and youth programs.
• Develop and nurture volunteer partnerships

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Care Professional Level 3 on the Ohio Professional Development Registry. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) certification
• Previous experience with populations experiencing trauma and/or experience working in a trauma-responsive child care center preferred. · Minimum two years’ supervising a licensed Child Care Center. · Must meet ODJFS licensing requirements. · Must be mentally and physically able to carry out duties and recognize and act upon any hazards to a child’s safety and well-being.
• Professional leadership and organizational skills; effective oral and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; ability to work independently.
• Manage CACFP guidelines
• Ability to relate and cooperate with children, parents, and co-workers; commitment to and aptitude for working in a team environment; patience, energy, and coping skills to work in an unpredictable environment; dedication to quality customer service and ability to communicate with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of Ohio Department of Job & Family Services Child Care licensing rules, Step Up to Quality Guidelines, Ohio Infant & Toddler Guidelines, Ohio Early learning Content Standards, Ohio K-12 Academic Content Standards.

Hours

We have two full-time position available:

• Floater Assistant Teachers 8am-5pm and 9am-6pm

Responsibilities

Assist the lead teacher in:

• Creating a welcoming and safe environment
• Implementing lesson plans
• Serving as a play partner
• Assuming the duties of the lead teacher in their absence

Requirements

• HS diploma/GED and Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) or higher
• Minimum of a Child Care Professional level two on the Ohio Professional Development Network.

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Do you have a passion to help others and work with children in your community? YWCA Columbus needs you to come and help us to grow! We are looking for awesome people to help us staff our “Kid’s Place” centers, which provide before and after-school child care programs. Kid’s Place centers are located at elementary schools throughout Westerville and Gahanna.

We offer flexible part-time 10-25 hours per week schedules. We even offer options for you to sub occasionally whenever it fits your schedule! This is a PERFECT opportunity for individuals who want to work with children!

We offer hours between 7 am-8:30am and/or 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Responsibilities:
· Responsible for care and engagement of children in grades K-5 in award-winning before and after school programs.
· Facilitate choice based activities such as art, science, technology and math, physical activities and homework assistance with children.
· Obtain and maintain training in First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse Recognition, Communicable Diseases and 10 hours of Ohio Approved Training for child care programs. YWCA Columbus will pay for your training!

Requirements:
· Minimum 18 years of age
· Desire to work with children
· Must be able to recognize and act upon any hazard to a child’s safety and well-being
· Desire to further the mission of YWCA Columbus: To eliminate racism and empower women

· Requires fingerprint background and drug test

Control your schedule! This is a job that gives you the flexibility to work around your life, not live around your work. Apply today for this great opportunity!!!

Are you passionate about educational program administration and providing safe child care options? YWCA Columbus is searching for our next Kids Place Program Administrator! This position is responsible for developing, implementing and effective operating high-quality, state-licensed before and after school programs. Programs are managed in partnership with and are located in elementary schools in Gahanna.

What you’ll do:

· Monitors program enrollment and community needs and develops marketing and communication plans in partnership with site directors to ensure program is successful

· Ensures timely renewals of and adherence to external contracts, including State Child Care Licenses, County subsidized child care, and contracts with school districts and transportation departments

· Assists Director of Youth Programs in identifying and preparing information and reports for grant partnerships and funding sources

· Responsible for development and effective monitoring of Kids Place and Summer Program budgets, monitoring of program expenses.

· Assists finance department in identifying and resolving issues surrounding tuition payments.

· Processes and monitors reimbursements from the State for subsidized child care families

· Responsible for hiring, direct supervision, training, evaluation, and professional development of Kids Place Site Directors.

What we’re looking for:

· Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Child Development, Early Childhood, Elementary Education, Psychology, Sociology or related field

· Minimum of five years’ experience working with licensed youth programs; minimum of two years supervisory experience; knowledge of program development, evaluation and promotion strongly desired.

· Strong written and verbal communications

· Familiarity with ODJFS Licensing Regulations

· Familiarity with Step Up to Quality

What we offer:

· Medical, dental, vision insurance to eligible individuals

· Generous time off benefits including personal time, sick time, and vacation eligibility after 90 days

· 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 and work to impact the lives of others each and every day!

Do you have a passion to help others and work with children in your community? YWCA Columbus needs you to come and help us to grow! We are looking for an Academic Support Specialist to help school age children in our care centers.

The hours for this position are tentatively 8am-5pm Monday-Friday, and may vary due to program needs. This is a grant-funded position, and at this time is scheduled to last one calendar year.

What you’ll do:

• Works alongside YWCA staff to help increase opportunities for students attending YWCA programs to experience academic success

• Helps identify students for additional support and identifies specific gaps

• Schedules meetings with students and parents to offer specific academic support for students

• Engages with parents to address questions and concerns

What we’re looking for:

· 4 year degree, Elementary Education, Child Development, Recreation or related field preferred but not required

· Experience working with adults and/or children who have experienced trauma is preferred

· Desire to further the mission of YWCA Columbus: To eliminate racism and empower women

· Requires fingerprint background and drug test