School-Age & Child Watch Director
YMCA of the Chippewa Valley, Chippewa Falls YMCA, Eau Claire Downtown YMCA, Eau Claire South YMCA
Job Type:
Full Time
Wage:
Varies
Shift Availability:
40 Hours Per Week
About the Role
Help Shape the Future of Children and Families in Our Community
Are you passionate about creating meaningful experiences for children and leading a team that makes a lasting impact every day? The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is seeking an energetic, collaborative, and mission-driven School Age & Child Watch Director to lead our growing school-age childcare, enrichment, summer camp, and family engagement programs.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone who is passionate about youth development, values building strong community relationships, and enjoys developing high-performing teams while creating safe, engaging, and inclusive environments where every child can thrive.
As the School Age & Child Watch Director, you will provide leadership for the YMCA's:
Before and After School Programs
Summer Day Camp
School-Age Enrichment Programs
Child Watch (Drop-In Child Care)
Parents' Night Out
Youth and Family Special Events
You'll oversee all aspects of program operations while ensuring exceptional experiences for children, families, staff, and community partners.
Key Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Recreation, Child Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience meeting Wisconsin DCF Director qualifications).
Minimum three years of experience in childcare, youth development, or related programs.
Minimum of 1 year of experience supervising staff and volunteers, including coaching, training, or mentoring.
Knowledge of child development, safety practices, and inclusive programming.
Experience managing daily operations, scheduling, and basic budgets.
CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
Commitment to the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience in school-age childcare or youth development.
Experience with summer camp or enrichment programming.
Knowledge of Wisconsin DCF licensing requirements.
Experience developing community partnerships and family engagement initiatives.
Experience with program management software, scheduling systems, and reporting tools.
Budget management and program growth experience.
Benefits
Benefits—Why You’ll Love Working Here
At the YMCA of the Chippewa Valley, your work has purpose, and your impact is visible every day. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes:
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health insurance with a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, Dental and Vision insurance
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Complimentary YMCA membership
Discounts on YMCA programs and services
Ongoing leadership development and professional growth opportunities
Eligibility and benefit availability may vary based on position and length of service.