Before & After School Childcare Program Director

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Pennsville Township, NJ

5d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Childcare Program Director for its Before and After School Pre-K Programs at Elsinboro Township School in Salem, New Jersey, for the 2026–2027 school year. The schedule follows the school calendar, with morning programs from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. and afternoon programs from 2:45 to 5:45 p.m. Opportunities are available to work mornings, afternoons, or both.

The director supports a safe, engaging, high-quality program where children learn through play and positive experiences. Success includes keeping children engaged and safe, maintaining staffing and regulatory compliance, supporting teachers, ensuring records are accurate and current, and keeping the site stocked with supplies. The role calls for someone who is energetic, kind, patient, reliable, organized, flexible, and effective at building relationships with children, teammates, and families.

Healthy Kids Programs operates before- and after-school care and summer camps in partnership with school districts across more than 14 states. It describes itself as a Certified Benefit Corporation focused on giving children access to safe, enriching, high-quality programming. The position is part-time and non-exempt, with pay of $20–$22 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience working with children in a school, childcare, camp, or youth program setting.
• 1 year of managerial or supervisory experience.
• Calm, flexible, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to pass required background and fingerprint clearances.
• Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, positivity, leadership, and a focus on results.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with before- and after-school program environments.
• Knowledge of state childcare licensing or school-age care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support a program where children are engaged, safe, and having fun, following Healthy Kids Programs’ model.
• Ensure the site is fully staffed each day and that teachers are prepared and supported.
• Maintain required staff-to-child ratios and keep records accurate and current so the site is ready for inspection.
• Ensure teachers have the supplies and materials they need and arrange restocking before supplies run out.
• Build relationships with children and support their growth, curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Communicate effectively with families and work well with teammates.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for children ages 3–12 enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours the employee works.
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay with access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Manager