Hybrid 4K Manager presso YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Senior Director of ECE, the 4K Manager is responsible for oversight of the 4K program and collaborative with the West Bend School District.  They will supervise, develop, organize and implement high quality YMCA 4K programs.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Manages, directs and supervises the 4K program. Works with the school district to expand the program within the community.
2. Recruits, hires, trains and provides professional development for staff. 
3. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. 
4. Observes the program and provides constructive feedback for quality.
5. Helps develops and manage the budget. Completes all required tracking reports.
6. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships within the community.
7. Attends meetings and events related to 4K within the Y and the school district.
8. Models relationship building and responds to all inquiries as well as concerns in a timely manner.
9. Monitors enrollment and program statistics to ensure effectiveness and participation.
10. Completes all school district and licensing requirements.
11. Assists in marketing and distribution of program information.
12. Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
13. Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES (TEAM LEADER):

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to improving lives. Cultivates trust in others through direct and honest interactions.  Ensures a level of service, satisfaction, and loyalty from members that differentiate the Y from other service providers. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising. 

Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.

Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth: Shares new insights, facilitates change, models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well. Uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Education, preferred
2. Three years’ experience in Early Childhood or Elementary Education
3. Prior supervisory experience
4. Demonstrates strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills, incorporating the appropriate level of diplomacy and tact.
5. Possess solid communication skills, both written and verbal, strong organizational skills, ability to finish tasks in a timely manner and effectively partner and collaborate with others.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality pertaining to school/scholar matters.
7. Must pass a Fingerprint, Health Physical within 30 days of hire.
8. Ability to interact with children at their cognitive level.
9. Possess valid Driver’s license.

CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The ability to lift 40 lbs.
2. The ability to participate in all required physical activities with the children.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility