Out of School Time (OST) Director

Newton MA

16 August, 2021

3:30 PM

Description

The West Suburban YMCA is looking for our next OST Director!  Are you passionate about working with young children and helping them achieve their maximum potential? Do you want to join a team of motivated teachers and play a critical role in nurturing children and preparing them to become lifelong learners? Are you compassionate & collaborative?  Want to work for a well-known community organization that gives back to its members every day?  Apply today!Full Job Description Here: https://www.wsymca.org/about/w... POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Preschool & Family Services Dir., the Out of School Time (OST) Director develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA after school care(K-8). This position transfers during the Summer into a leadership role in Pikati Day Camp. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Manages, directs and coordinates the school age/teen childcare programs. Ensures high quality programs and establishes new program activities. Expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor's degree preferred in related field or equivalent. 2. EEC Director 1 Certification preferred. 3. One to two years related experience preferred, as a coordinator or supervisor of child care programs. 4. Minimum age requirements of 21. 5. Previous project management experience. 6. Previous experience managing and supervising staff. 7. Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: CPR and First Aid. 8. Fulfillment of state-specific hiring standards, EEC requirements and completion of YMCA program specific certifications. 9. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. 10. Obtain 7-D license within 30 days of hire. (Must have clean driving record.) PHYSICAL DEMANDS Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children’s activities. The WSYMCA rewards dedicated employees by offering a competitive benefits package that includes paid vacation & holidays, group health with vision & drug prescription, dental & life insurance, paid retirement once vested, YMCA membership, access to child care services, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.   The West Suburban YMCA is a charitable organization that welcomes all by creating a community that hires individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage, economic circumstance, or physical ability. We focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility to ensure all children, adults and families are healthy, confident and connected.