YMCA Child Care Assistant Director - Waukesha

GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

Under the direction and supervision of the Director at the YMCA Children's Academy and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County, the Assistant Director will create innovative lesson plans and lead activities that support the program curriculum and create a nurturing, learning atmosphere for children. Must be able to work flexible shifts from 6:30 AM-6:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist the Director in running day-to-day operations and fill in for the director when absent.
2. Develop, assist, and supervise teachers in administering lesson plans that meet the assigned curriculum and specific needs of each child.
3. Collaborate with teachers and assistant teachers to monitor the development of each child.
4. Run a classroom in the event a teacher is absent on a particular day.
5. Handle issues and concerns from parents. Communicate with parents and keep them informed about their child's development and any changes to the day-to-day schedule.
6. Conduct tours of the facility for interested families.
7. Maintain up-to-date files for all employees.
8. Create lesson plans, lead activities, and supervise staff for Y Academy summer day camp.
9. Communicate with director regarding any disciplinary actions with children or emergency concerns.
10. Maintain clean and well-organized work and program space at all times.
11. Responsible for strict adherence to all state licensing regulations and YMCA of Greater Waukesha County policies and procedures. Uphold and exemplify the policies and guidelines of the YMCA at all times.
12. Be familiar with the procedures of reporting suspected child abuse.
13. Participate in association and YMCA Children's Academy meetings as required.
14. Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the director.
15. Employees are held responsible for all duties of the job.