Site Director II
Company: YMCA of Greater Boston
Location: Hyde Park
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description Under the direction
of the Regional Director, the Site Director is primarily
responsible for administering the management, policies, procedures,
and curriculum of the assigned program. The Site Director is
responsible for operating a School Age Out of School Time program
through the school year (September-June), Vacation Care Program
(December, February, and April School vacation weeks) along with
Summer Camp during the summer (June-September). Additional
responsibilities include ensuring a developmentally appropriate
program that ensures the healthy progression of social-emotional,
cognitive, and motor skills for children in compliance with State
regulations. The Site Director ensures the connection of program
activities to Y core focus areas of Healthy Living, Youth
Development, and Social Responsibility. Key Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities: • Provides supervision and support to
individual site (OST and Camp). • Responsible for a site with a
capacity of 100 program participants or more • Maintains and
oversees all administrative areas of compliance and quality,
including Department of Early Education and Care licensing,
Department of Public Health licensing and ACA (as applicable), the
Professional Qualifications Registry, and any other regulatory
requirements. • Works collaboratively with center leadership,
school principal or property management • Ensures the safety and
quality of day-to-day operations, including substitutes where
needed, staff supervision, family intervention, school connections,
and business support. • Participates in one working group (as
chosen by interest or assigned). • Ensures implementation of a
developmentally appropriate and multicultural curriculum fostering
a progression of skills and social development in all children. •
Demonstrates leadership toward success in program compliance,
quality, fiscal health, and sustainability. • Engages program in
YMCA of Greater Boston Initiatives for Youth Development, including
curriculum, assessments, and support for academic achievement. •
Develops a comprehensive daily program schedule with monthly themes
that engage children and are inclusive of all. • Incorporates
positive culture and traditions in OST and Summer Camp • Manages
administrative responsibilities related to both Out of School Time
and Summer Camp • Ensures parent conferences, communications and
monthly meetings are conducted at individual sites. • Ensures the
safety and protection of every child through structured activity,
protocol, and diligent hiring practices. • Develops and maintains a
parent advisory committee (to help facilitate goals, programming
priorities, and parent engagement). • Evaluates the performance of
Youth Development staff and reviews these evaluations annually with
the Youth Development Leadership team. • Prepares and submits in a
timely fashion all reports required by the Youth Development Team
and YGB. • Makes contributions to the annual budget process in
consultation with the Youth Development Team. • Assists in the
preparation of proposals to receive additional funding through
various grants that support the growth of school age programming. •
Maintains a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA
mission and goals. • Attends designated staff functions, including
annual All-Staff Conference and Quarterly Leadership Meetings.
Additional Responsibilities: • Remains current in required training
i.e., CPR/First Aid, Redwoods, Department of EEC, DPH and as
assigned. • Represents the YMCA in a professional manner within the
community and its programs. • Ensures that programs implement
activities and initiatives that are priorities of educational
partners, along with those of the YMCA, its strategic plan, and its
mission. • Manages the utilization of third-party slots for the
surrounding region. • Helps families understand the process of
applying for financial assistance, collecting documentation, and
staying up to date with the required paperwork. • Communicates and
collaborates with the billing coordinators and business managers
about enrolling families and keeping paperwork up to date to ensure
compliance with the 3rd party. • Outreaches to new school partners
to build relationships and develop partnerships to enhance
programming. • Develops customer service tools and systems,
including tour structures, talking points for programs, etc. •
Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary by supervisor and
program needs. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Education and
Experience: • Must meet EEC Site Director Qualifications
(bachelor’s degree required in Elementary Education or related
field), and or prior Site Director experience or equivalent • 4 or
more years' professional educational experience supervising staff
and developing curriculum. EEC qualifications per state regulations
for Program Administrator and be 21 years of age. Camp Director
qualified by Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations. •
Demonstrated understanding of the developmental progression of
skills of children and program development. • Commitment to the
philosophy and goals of the Y, particularly those identified as
outcomes for children participating in YMCA of Greater Boston's
programming. • Excellent public relations and conflict resolution
skills to facilitate positive relationships with parents, staff,
children, and outside agencies, including schools, where
applicable. • Effective written and oral communication skills •
Have attention for detail and accuracy, and can delegate
responsibility. Physical Demands: The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. • While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to stand, walk; use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools,
or controls, talk and listen. The employee frequently is required
to sit and use a computer. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to
adjust. • Must be able to drive or take public or private
transportation between centers and around the community to attend
meetings and events. Work Environment: The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate. Evening and weekend hours are
expected and may be required. Required Training/Certifications: •
EEC and DPH Required Training • Child Abuse Prevention (within 30
days of employment) • Respect in the Workplace and Sexual
Harassment (within 30days of employment) • Team Leader
Certification Others to be determined. Job Benefits Why work at the
Y? The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a
fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment - all while we are
supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community
is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look
forward to: • Developing your leadership skills in a caring,
challenging & diverse working environment. • Exploring a wide range
of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions. • Shaping
the future of young children while making a difference each day for
our communities and each other. • Engaging in training programs and
working alongside those who have the same passion. A healthy
work/life balance. Comprehensive benefits including: • Quarterly
Professional Development. • FREE YMCA Membership for you. •
Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming
Lessons. Discounted or FREE family membership. Robust Retirement
Plan up to 8%. Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. Vacation
and Sick Time (for both Full and PT staff).
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