Preschool Program Director: Growth, Safety & Leadership

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channel islands ymcaSanta Barbara (CA)

Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare Child and Youth Services

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About the role

Channel Islands YMCA at Montecito Family YMCA in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a Program Director to oversee program development, budgeting, and department growth. You will manage financial controls, grants, contracts, and vendor relations while leading a staff team to deliver high‑quality programs and community impact. Responsibilities include marketing growth plans, ensuring health and safety compliance, supervising hiring and training, and driving fundraising efforts and HEPA standards across

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