FOREST PARK SCHOOL- SITE DIRECTOR

Description

The Site Director shall oversee the planning, implementing, supervising, and evaluating of daily recreational activities to provide adventure, enjoyment and develop social skills and interests in the children. Additionally, ensures that programs are provided in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Kenosha YMCA and the licensing regulations of the State of Wisconsin.   

• The Site Director is responsible for the health, safety, welfare, and personal growth of each youth ages 5-12 within 1:18 ratio.
• The Site Director will build healthy, nurturing relationships with all children and their families. 
• The Site Director shall act as the director of their site taking full responsibility of the program including supervising staff and children.

Qualifications

• 21 years or older
• Must meet the state requirement for Child Care Teacher – currently 6 credits of Education or related field pertaining to working with School-Age children (5-12yrs)
• Provide proof of First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
• Provide current Wisconsin certificate from The Registry with level 7 or higher
• Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Syndrome Training, Mandated Reporter Training, School-Age Curricular Framework
• Experience working with children
• Basic math, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn state licensing childcare regulations and procedures for Group Day Care Centers.
• Ability to work cooperatively with youth, parents, staff and community organizations
• Ability to work independently.
• Joy and satisfaction in working with children.
• Background check cannot contain offenses restricted by state law