Head of Professional Development

4 days ago


Wichita, Kansas, United States YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WICHITA KANSAS Full time
Job Summary

The Chidcare Professional Development Director is a key leader in the implementation of branch on-boarding, professional development, and certification and training programs. This position is responsible for direct instruction to adult learners, providing creative and hands-on experiences that assist individuals in building confidence and skills in their current position, developing skills for advancement, and completing certification, training, and degree programs.

Responsibilities
  • Recruiting, hiring, training, and developing staff and grant program participants.
  • Developing strategies to provide support and motivation to staff for the achievement of goals and retention.
  • Reviewing and evaluating staff performance.
  • Maintaining staff retention through positive reinforcement and support.
  • Ensuring compliance with partnership agencies and grants as applicable.
  • Ensuring staff certification records are current and fulfill all in-service standards.
  • Effectively communicating the mission, vision, and values of the Wichita YMCA.
  • Ensuring all programs comply with YMCA, Grant, and KDHE standards and methods of operation.
  • Integrating member-service and family engagement strategies into all programs to ensure positive member/participant experiences to support parent education and retention.
  • Monitoring and evaluating delivery and effectiveness of programs and continually striving to attain the highest possible level of program quality.
Requirements
  • Minimum age of 21.
  • Minimum of AA in Education or related field, bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Relevant experience, including a minimum of 3 years in licensed childcare.
  • Previous experience supervising staff and/or teaching adults.
  • Ability to teach, guide, and coach adults.
  • Extensive knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood education.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently without close oversight, but also as a team player.
  • Effectively respond to questions from employees, directors, and other entities in a timely manner.
  • Possess the ability to be flexible.
Working Conditions

This position requires a 20-hour work week, including evenings and weekend hours.



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