Before and After School Childcare Director

Description

Healthy Kids Programs is on the lookout for a dynamic Director to lead our Before and After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year. As the Director, you'll be the driving force behind every aspect of the operation of the Healthy Kids Program Site.

JOB STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Lopatcong Elementary School in Phillipsburg, NJ

PAY: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

HOURS: 7:00 - 8:00 am and 2:15 - 5:30 pm

Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare

Healthy Kids Programs offers a childcare benefit for eligible employees to support work-life balance. This benefit is available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you work.

JOB CONSISTS OF:

• Guiding Compliance: Ensure that both staff and program adhere to OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules set by our host school.
• Bringing the Fun: Direct engaging hands-on activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. Plus, don't forget about homework completion – you'll be the ultimate homework hero!
• Managing Like a Boss: Take charge of essential management tasks, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, and ensuring proper staffing levels to keep the program running smoothly.
• Keeping Everyone in the Loop: Maintain open lines of communication with parents and family members through the Playground App.
• Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively and regularly with your direct report, ensuring they're up to speed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues that arise in a timely manner. By working together as a cohesive team, we'll provide the highest quality of care, foster a positive working environment, and proactively tackle any challenges that come our way.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

To qualify for the Director position, candidates may qualify with any of the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, Health Care, Nursing, or any other field related to Child Growth and Development; or Teaching Certification from the Department of Education in Elementary Education, Nursery School, Preschool through Third Grade (P-3) or Teacher of the Handicapped. In addition to, six Early Childhood credits and two years of experience working with children.
• Bachelor's Degree in any field other than those listed above. Plus, six Early Childhood credits and four years of experience working with children.
• Head Teacher endorsement from the New Jersey Registry for Childhood Professionals, Professional Impact New Jersey.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB.
• You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with kiddos, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt.
• You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with energetic kiddos

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

• Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work.
• Telehealth Benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• AFLAC Supplemental Plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid Sick Time Off
• On-Demand Pay
• Career Development
• Growth Opportunities

About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.

Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?
At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a co