Child Development Center Director
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNorth Military Highway, Military Circle, Norfolk, Virginia, 23502, United States
Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) is dedicated to strengthening the military community by providing essential resources and support to service members, veterans, and their families. Our Child Development Centers serve as vital hubs for military families, offering a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We are committed to fostering a culture where every family feels supported, and every child thrives.
The Child Care Director (Executive Director) is the strategic leader responsible for the holistic operation of the Child Development Center. This role goes beyond daily management; it is about championing a mission that directly impacts the well-being of military families. You will serve as the primary advocate for families, ensuring seamless access to resources, including specialized support for speech therapy, occupational therapy, and the integration of IFSP/IEP plans.
In this position, you will collaborate closely with Assistant Directors to maintain the integrity of the "Early Learning Matters" curriculum and ensure all activities reflect best practices for inclusive learning. Your day will involve balancing the center's financial health with the emotional needs of the community, managing staff development, and cultivating strong partnerships with parents and the broader military community. You will foster an atmosphere of positive communication, leading the Parent Board and ensuring the center meets or exceeds enrollment goals through strategic marketing.
ASYMCA utilizes a streamlined recruitment process designed to be efficient and respectful of your time. We employ minimal artificial intelligence technology in our initial stages, strictly coupled with human review to ensure fairness and accuracy. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications, making all final hiring decisions based on a comprehensive assessment of your fit for our mission. We encourage applicants to reach out with any questions regarding the process.
Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment, making all employment decisions based on business needs and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, family status, or any other protected characteristic. We actively encourage applicants of all ages and specifically welcome military spouses, veterans, and military-affiliated job seekers to apply. Our goal is to build a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve.
Work model: On-site
North Military Highway, Military Circle, Norfolk, Virginia, 23502, United States
Norfolk, Virginia
Master's degree in special education, human development, early childhood or related field. Experience working in a child development center that serves military children and their families. Fluency in Spanish. Experience in leadership managing a DoD child development center.
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Armed Services YMCA National Headquarters, based in Woodbridge, Virginia, operates as a 501(c)(3) military charity within the Armed Forces industry. Recognized by Charity Watch and Charity Navigator as a top-rated organization, it ranks among the top two percent of charities nationwide for effectiveness and fiscal responsibility. As a national member association of the YMCA of the USA, the entity manages more than 200 program centers globally in coordination with the Department of Defense and installation commands.
The organization delivers free and low-cost specialized programming to military service members and their families, with a specific focus on junior-enlisted personnel. Services address identified gaps in support and include childcare, hospital assistance, spousal and deployment support, emergency food and essentials, educational and mentoring programs for children, counseling, wounded warrior and family support, health and wellness services, recreational activities, and holiday programs. All offerings are tailored to meet the specific needs of the military community at the local level.
Armed Services YMCA National Headquarters serves nearly 240,000 service members and family members annually through its branch and affiliate locations. The operation relies heavily on public support and the contribution of thousands of volunteer hours each year to maintain its commitment to providing essential resources to the military family.
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Experience
3+ yrs (Executive)
Education
Master's degree in special education, human development, or related field preferred
Job Type
Full-Time