Floating Early Education Director - YMCA of the North Shore

NOW HIRING: Floating Director of Early Learning

YMCA of the North Shore | Multiple Locations

Are you an experienced early childhood leader who enjoys supporting educators, building relationships with families, and helping programs thrive? The YMCA of the North Shore is looking for a Floating Director of Early Learning to provide hands-on leadership and support across our Early Learning centers.

In this unique role, you'll step in to support centers during leadership absences, vacancies, transitions, and other periods of need. You'll help maintain consistent, high-quality care while supporting staff, ensuring licensing compliance, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for children and families.

If you're adaptable, organized, and passionate about early childhood education, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple YMCA communities!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Leadership & Operations

• Provide day-to-day leadership at assigned Early Learning centers to maintain safe, stable, and effective operations.
• Support classroom routines, curriculum implementation, developmentally appropriate practices, and positive behavior guidance.
• Work directly with children, educators, and families to identify needs and address operational challenges.
• Coordinate transitions with permanent Directors and Executive Directors to ensure continuity and follow-up on outstanding priorities.

Staff Support & Supervision

• Review and adjust staffing schedules, classroom assignments, breaks, and coverage to maintain required licensing ratios and active supervision.
• Step into classrooms as needed to support staffing coverage and continuity of care.
• Provide hands-on support, coaching, observations, and feedback to educators.
• Assist with interviews, onboarding, and staff development activities as requested.
• Address immediate staff and classroom concerns, escalating ongoing personnel matters to the appropriate leadership team.

Licensing, Compliance & Child Safety

• Ensure daily compliance with Massachusetts EEC and New Hampshire CCLU licensing requirements, YMCA policies, health and safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct classroom reviews and licensing audits, identify areas for improvement, and coordinate timely corrective action.
• Review and maintain required documentation, including incident reports, medication records, fire drill logs, and children's and staff records.
• Respond promptly to safety and licensing concerns and escalate significant issues through established procedures.

Family Engagement & Communication

• Maintain a visible leadership presence and build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Communicate daily priorities, staffing changes, and operational updates clearly and professionally.
• Respond to routine family questions and concerns while escalating sensitive matters to the appropriate leadership.
• Collaborate with permanent Directors, Executive Directors, HR, and association support teams to ensure consistent communication and support.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Use YMCA systems, including Kaymbu, Paycom, Verkada, and other approved platforms, to support center operations and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor staffing, classroom supplies, facility needs, and other resources; coordinate routine purchases and services within approved procedures and budgets.
• Maintain coverage calendars and communicate assignments and availability to the appropriate teams.
• Document important updates, licensing findings, staffing needs, and pending items to support smooth transitions between assignments.

Flexibility & Collaboration

• Adapt quickly to different centers, teams, systems, and operational needs across the YMCA of the North Shore.
• Maintain reliable transportation and a flexible schedule to travel between locations as needed.
• Build relationships with center Directors and staff and become familiar with YMCA resources and procedures.
• Complete required training and other related duties as assigned.

WHY WORK FOR THE Y?

At the YMCA of the North Shore, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. As a Floating Director, you'll have the opportunity to support educators, strengthen programs, and make a difference across multiple communities.

Our benefits include:

• Retirement Benefits: 12% employer retirement contribution once vested, with no employee match required.
• Health & Dental Insurance: Available for eligible full-time employees.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Free YMCA Membership: Family membership and discounts on YMCA programs.
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance.
• Professional Growth: Paid training, professional development, and opportunities to grow across seven YMCA locations.

❤️ Make a Difference Across Our Early Learning Centers

If you're passionate about early childhood education and enjoy helping teams succeed, we'd love to hear from you! Join the YMCA of the North Shore and help ensure children, families, and educators receive the support they need-wherever you're needed most.