Supervisor, Infant Program

Tiny Humans. BIG Impact. Amazing Opportunity! 

Do you love baby giggles, tiny milestones, and making a BIG difference in little lives?

Y Academy is looking for an Infant Program Supervisor who brings a caring heart, a passion for early childhood development, and the leadership skills to help our littlest learners thrive!

You'll help create a nurturing, fun, and safe environment where babies grow, families feel connected, and staff feel supported.

If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire a team, and make every little moment count, we'd love to meet you!

Join our Y Academy family and help little minds grow BIG!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Infant Program Supervisor provides leadership, supervision, and direct care within the Y Academy infant program, ensuring a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

This position is responsible for supporting the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of infants while maintaining compliance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood licensing requirements.

As a YMCA leader, the Infant Program Supervisor models the core values ofcaring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, creating an environment where children, families, and staff can achieve, relate, and belong.

OUR PATH

For 150 years, the YMCA of Metro Denver has been more than a place - it is a movement that lifts spirit, mind and body for all.  Our direction is clear: Elevate Lives and Rise Together.  Grounded by our mission and strengthened by the global YMCA movement we will elevate our people, purpose, partnerships and promise.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Infant Care and Development

• Provide responsive, nurturing, and individualized care that supports each infant's developmental needs.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage sensory exploration, language development, movement, and positive relationships.
• Establish consistent routines for feeding, diapering, sleeping, and play while respecting individual infant schedules.
• Maintain safe sleep practices and follow all applicable infant health and safety requirements.
• Observe and document developmental milestones, sharing relevant information with families.
• Create an inclusive environment that respects the diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs of children and families.

2. Program Leadership and Staff Supervision

• Provide daily guidance, coaching, and support to infant classroom staff.
• Ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios and active supervision at all times.
• Model positive interactions, developmentally appropriate practices, and effective classroom management.
• Collaborate with the Y Academy Senior Manager on staffing, scheduling, classroom needs, and program improvements.
• Foster a supportive team culture emphasizing communication, accountability, collaboration, and mutual respect.

3. Colorado Licensing and Safety Compliance

• Maintain compliance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood licensing requirements, including applicable infant program regulations.
• Fulfill the required on-site supervisory coverage for the infant program.
• Maintain accurate records for infant feeding, diapering, sleeping, attendance, incidents, and other required documentation.
• Monitor classroom cleanliness, sanitation, infection prevention, and safe storage of materials.
• Ensure staff follow approved emergency procedures, mandated reporting requirements, and child protection policies.
• Assist with licensing inspections and promptly address identified compliance concerns.
• Maintain required training, certifications, and professional qualifications.

4. Family Engagement and Communication

• Build trusting, respectful relationships with parents and caregivers.
• Provide consistent communication regarding infant care, daily routines, developmental progress, and emerging needs.
• Respect family preferences, cultural practices, and individual circumstances while maintaining licensing and safety requirements.
• Address family questions and concerns professionally and promptly.
• Encourage meaningful family involvement in the Y Academy community.

5. YMCA Mission and Organizational Responsibilities

• Demonstrate YMCA values in daily interactions with children, families, coworkers, and community members.
• Support the YMCA's commitment to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and program improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of child, family, and employee information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout classrooms and program facilities.
• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and participate in classroom activities as needed.
• Respond quickly during emergencies and support evacuation procedures.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to respond effectively during emergencies and support crisis response efforts.

DISCLAIMER

The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties and responsibilities as business needs evolve.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position.

Employment with the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the organization at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION & RISK MANAGEMENT

The YMCA is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and vulnerable individuals. As part of our commitment to child abuse prevention and Praesidium accreditation standards, all employees are required to comply with YMCA abuse prevention policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications & Benefits

Required Qualifications – Colorado Child Care Licensing

Must be 19 years of age or older 

Candidates must qualify as an Infant Program Supervisor under Colorado Child Care Facility Licensing Rules, 8 CCR 1402-1, Section 2.216(B)(1)(a), through at least one approved qualification pathway.

Qualifying pathways include:

Infant and Toddler Care Certificate

• Certificate in infant and toddler care from an accredited college or university.
• Completion of at least 30 semester credit hours in the development and care of infants and toddlers in a group setting.

Child Development Associate (CDA)

• Current CDA credential in an accepted category: Center-Based Preschool, Center-Based Infant-Toddler, or Family Child Care.
• Completion of Infant/Toddler Theory and Practice or the approved Expanding Quality in Infant and Toddler Care training.

Early Childhood Professional Credential

• Current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II or higher, Version 3.0, as recognized by the Department.
• Minimum nine months (1,365 hours) of verifiable experience caring for and supervising infants and/or toddlers.
• Completion of a three-semester-credit Infant/Toddler Development course or the Department-approved Expanding Quality in Infant and Toddler Care training.

Qualified Early Childhood Teacher

• At least 19 years of age.
• Meets Colorado Early Childhood Teacher qualifications.
• Minimum nine months (1,365 hours) of verifiable group care experience with infants or toddlers.
• Completion of two three-semester-credit college courses in infant/toddler development and care in a group setting, including the specifically required infant/toddler coursework or approved training.

Experienced Early Childhood Teacher

• At least 19 years of age.
• Meets Colorado Early Childhood Teacher qualifications.
• Minimum one year and nine months (3,185 hours) of verifiable group care and supervision experience with infants or toddlers.
• Meets the applicable requirement to complete two qualifying three-semester-credit courses within the first six months of employment, including the specified infant/toddler course or approved training.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout classrooms and program facilities.
• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and participate in classroom activities as needed.
• Respond quickly during emergencies and support evacuation procedures.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to respond effectively during emergencies and support crisis response efforts.

BENEFITS 

• Health and Vision Care
• Dental
• Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Paid Time off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Free Membership
• Program Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program