Full Time Before/Afterschool Site Director (Concord)

Site Director

The Granite YMCA is hiring a full-time Site Director to lead our Before and After School Child Care Program onsite at the Concord YMCA. Under the direction of the School Age Director, this role oversees day-to-day site operations, ensures compliance with NH Child Care Licensing regulations, and delivers high-quality youth programming during the critical "gap hours" before and after school.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about youth development, education, recreation, and afterschool programming to grow their career with a mission-driven nonprofit. Site Directors serve as role models for children and staff by fostering a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment that supports learning and character development.

Concord YMCA program: Monday–Friday, 7:00–9:00 AM & 2:30–6:00 PM + prep hours

Additional paid hours available during school vacation camps, no-school day programs, and summer camp.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, organization, and implementation of daily curriculum and enrichment activities
• Maintain compliance with NH Child Care Licensing requirements and recordkeeping
• Promote YMCA core values and Character Development initiatives
• Supervise, train, and mentor program staff and volunteers
• Build strong partnerships with school administrators, families, and community members

Qualifications

Candidates must be at least 20 years old, have a high school diploma (or equivalent), and meet one of the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in elementary education or recreation
• Associate degree in child development, education, recreation, or related field
• Recreation director training + 1,000 hours working with children in licensed childcare or education
• 12 credits in child-focused studies + 1,000 hours working with children
• Current NH educator certification
• 2,000 hours experience working with children and:
• Para II certification or
• Enrollment in at least 3 credits of relevant coursework with plan to complete 6 credits in 12 months

Full-Time Eligible Benefits

• 4 weeks paid time off + 6 paid holidays (PTO increases with tenure)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Free Family YMCA Membership
• 50% discount on Childcare and Camps
• Up to 25% off YMCA programs
• 8% employer retirement fund contribution (after eligibility)
• Paid professional development & leadership training
• YMCA career pathway opportunities nationwide