Childcare Assistant Site Director – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Newton, NJ

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a dynamic Assistant Site Director to assist in leading their Before and After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year. The Assistant Director will step in to supervise and manage the program in the Site Director's absence, taking on typical Site Director duties. This is a part-time, non-exempt position located at Frelinghuysen Elementary School in Newton, NJ. The program serves school-age children (ages 5-12) and offers employer-paid childcare as a featured benefit.

Requirements

• 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, 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.
• Medical clearance to perform all job duties and be free from communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
• Warm, friendly, and positive attitude, with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
• Professional, dependable, and punctual.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
• Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
• Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
• Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment, ensuring high-quality care, strong staff morale, and proactive problem-solving.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid sick time
• On-demand pay
• Career development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees