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Y Program DirectorGreater Burlington YMCA • Georgia Center, VT, US
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Y Program Director

Y Program Director

Greater Burlington YMCA • Georgia Center, VT, US
24 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

$2,500 Signing Bonus! Receive $500 after 6 months, $1,000 after 1 year, and an additional $1,000 after 18 months.

The Greater Burlington YMCA is hiring a Y Program Director to lead both our Afterschool and Camp Koda youth programs in Georgia. In this dynamic, year-round role, you’ll supervise staff, build meaningful connections with families and schools, and create enriching experiences for children ages 5–12. During the school year, you’ll run afterschool programming while also forging community partnerships to extend the Y’s reach. In the summer, you’ll transition to leading Camp Koda. If you’re organized, energetic, and passionate about youth development, this role offers the perfect blend of administrative leadership and hands-on engagement.

Schedule and Location

This is an hourly, year-round position based in Georgia, VT. The role requires :

School Year (August–June) : 40 hours / week

  • 11 hours – Remote administrative planning, meetings, and professional development
  • 21 hours – On-site program leadership and direct work with children
  • 8 hours – Community outreach and partnership-building

Summer (June–August) : 40 hours / week

  • 35 hours – On-site program leadership and direct work with children
  • 5 hours – Administrative duties
  • Why You’ll Love Working With Us

    At the Y, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We offer :

  • A mission-focused culture that promotes teamwork, purpose, and impact
  • Comprehensive benefits, including :
  • Health, dental, and free vision insurance

  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) option
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Participation in the YMCA Retirement Fund, a fully funded 12% employer contribution (once eligibility requirements are met), with additional voluntary savings options
  • Up to 20 PTO days in your first year, plus 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • A free family YMCA membership
  • Priority access to YMCA early childhood and afterschool programs through our childcare waitlist system
  • Leadership development, hands-on program innovation, and the chance to positively impact families and youth in your community
  • What You’ll Do :

  • Lead all aspects of the Afterschool Program during the school year and Camp Koda during the summer, ensuring a safe, engaging, and inclusive experience for children ages 5–12.
  • Supervise, support, and develop program staff year-round, including recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance oversight.
  • Design and implement creative, age-appropriate curriculum that promotes learning, social-emotional growth, and fun—adapting plans for both afterschool and summer environments.
  • Maintain consistent and proactive communication with families, including weekly newsletters, event updates, and one-on-one conversations as needed.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with school personnel, community organizations, and families to support program growth and collaboration.
  • Oversee logistics such as rosters, attendance, supply purchasing, field trip planning, and payroll / timecard approvals for both programs.
  • Spend the majority of your time in direct service—supervising staff and engaging with children during program hours across seasons.
  • Host family events, community service initiatives, and outreach efforts to connect YMCA youth programs with broader community needs.
  • Ensure all licensing, training, safety, and compliance standards are consistently met throughout the year.
  • Model and reinforce the Y’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Requirements :

    Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible for the starting rate of $56,160 / year. Additional compensation is determined based on experience and education aligned with the preferred qualifications.

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • Must be at least eighteen years of age.
  • At least ten months of direct experience working with children ages five to twelve.
  • A minimum of an associate degree
  • One year of experience supervising staff.
  • Have reliable transportation for consistent attendance and supply purchasing.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Five or more years of experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or programmatic setting, with full-time experience preferred. With milestones recognized at 5, 10, and 15+ years.
  • Three or more years of experience supervising staff.
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in education, child development, human services, or a related field such as recreation, social work, or psychology; degrees in other fields will also be considered.
  • At least 3 college credits in education, child development, human services, or a related field.
  • Coursework or certification in special education, behavioral intervention
  • Completion of DEI-specific training, coursework, or certification, with a minimum of 40 hours or the equivalent of a college course.
  • Formal training or certification experience in trauma-informed care, basic specialized care, or social work. Including completion of professional development or coursework in trauma-informed practices.
  • Completion of any of the following : Vermont Afterschool Foundations Certificate, Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate, Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate, Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential.
  • Vermont Program Director Credential, A current Vermont Teacher Licensure, Master’s Degree in a youth-related field
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

    The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary for the role and are essential to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our care. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

    This position takes place in an active school setting and requires the employee have :

  • Ability to effectively supervise and ensure the safety of children by maintaining visual and auditory awareness in both indoor and outdoor environments.
  • Ability to lift, carry, or support children and program materials up to 40 pounds as needed for care, safety, and activity setup.
  • Ability to engage in active participation in all aspects of the program, including games, crafts, gym time, and outdoor play.
  • Ability to move throughout school and program spaces, including classrooms, playgrounds, and common areas.

  • Ability to stand and stay active for long periods, including frequent movement such as kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching.
  • Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to the physical and emotional needs of children, including in emergency situations.
  • Ability to adapt to changing environments, schedules, and group dynamics in a fast-paced, high-energy setting.
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