Preschool Director - YMCA : Job Details

Job DetailsLevel Experienced Job Location Peter Blum Family YMCA - Boca Raton, FL Position Type Full Time Education Level Bachelors Degree Salary Range $55000.00 - $65000.00 Salary DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY The Preschool Director is responsible for the overall administration, growth, and daily operations of the licensed preschool program at the Peter Blum Family YMCA. This includes ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements, implementing a high-quality early childhood education curriculum, maintaining enrollment goals, and fostering a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, staff, and families. The Preschool Director provides strong leadership, staff development, and parent engagement to create a mission-driven program aligned with YMCA values. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Program Administration & Compliance:
  • Ensure full compliance with all state licensing regulations, health & safety guidelines, and YMCA policies.
  • Maintain accurate records, including child files, staff training certifications, and attendance logs
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance program quality and efficiency.
• Curriculum & Child Development:
  • Oversee the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum that aligns with YMCA early childhood education standards.
  • Monitor classroom environments to ensure they are engaging, inclusive, and aligned with best practices in early childhood development.
  • Support teachers in implementing lesson plans that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Staff Leadership & Development:
  • Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate a team of preschool teachers and support staff.
  • Provide ongoing professional development, coaching, and mentorship to ensure high-quality instruction.
  • Conduct regular staff meetings and ensure team accountability for program excellence.
• Family & Community Engagement:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with families to ensure high levels of parent satisfaction and engagement.
  • Organize family events, parent-teacher conferences, and community outreach initiatives.
  • Address parent concerns and feedback promptly to maintain a positive reputation for the program.
• Financial & Enrollment Management:
  • Develop and manage the preschool budget, including tuition revenue, staffing costs, and program expenses.
  • Actively work to increase enrollment through marketing, outreach, and community partnerships
  • Maintain proper billing and financial documentation in collaboration with YMCA accounting staff
• Fundraising & Community Engagement
  • Support the YMCA's Annual Campaign, engaging staff, members, and the community in fundraising efforts.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with local businesses, schools, government agencies, and nonprofit partners to enhance community impact.
  • Represent the YMCA at community events, networking opportunities, and public speaking engagements.
  • Seek grants, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships to support programs and operational initiatives.

This position has a primary impact on the overall effectiveness with which the Family Center accomplishes its purpose, goals and objectives in serving the community. Therefore, the effectiveness of this position should be measured by the following:

• The smooth operation of the programs.
• Increased number of children in the Preschool.
• A well-trained staff that consistently demonstrate positive, cooperative attitudes toward the participants, members, fellow employees and the organization as a whole.
• High-quality childcare centers with efficiently and professionally trained staff.
• Sound fiscal operation resulting in meeting revenue goals.
• Creation of a child-care program that accomplishes the goals and objectives of the Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton Preschool and Child watch areas, operates efficiently, and serves children and their families in the most effective manner.

QualificationsEDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in early childhood education administration.
• State Director Credential with a VPK Endorsement (or willingness to obtain based on Florida licensing requirements).
• Strong knowledge of DCF licensing regulations, NAEYC standards, and best practices in preschool education.
• Experience in staff supervision, budget management, and parent engagement.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Must meet state-mandated background screening requirements

YMCA COMPETENCIES (MULTI-TEAM OR BRANCH LEADER):

• Mission and Community Oriented: Reinforces YMCA values within the organization and the community. Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA's efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program, fundraising and policy leadership levels
• People Oriented: Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA mission and goals. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
• Results Oriented: Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Ensures execution of plans. Secures resources and support for all philanthropic endeavors. Institutes sound accounting procedures, investment policies and financial controls.
• Personal Development Oriented: Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change

DISCLAIMERS

• Must complete successful criminal background check and drug screen.
• All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.