Pre-K Childcare Site Director – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Penns Grove, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Pre-K Childcare Site Director for its before- and after-school programs at Elsinboro Township School in Salem, New Jersey, for the 2026–2027 school year. The schedule follows the school calendar, with a morning program from 7:00–9:00 a.m. and an afternoon program from 2:45–5:45 p.m. Opportunities are available for mornings, afternoons, or both programs. Pay is $20.00–$22.00 per hour. The position is non-exempt.

The Site Director supports a safe, engaging, high-quality program where children learn through play and positive experiences. Success includes keeping children engaged and safe, maintaining adequate staffing and regulatory ratios, keeping records accurate and inspection-ready, and ensuring teachers have the supplies and materials they need. The role calls for someone who is patient, kind, organized, flexible, resourceful, and effective at building relationships with children, families, and teammates.

Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children ages 3–12 enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours the employee works. The organization operates before- and after-school care and summer camps in partnership with school districts across 14+ states. It describes itself as a Certified Benefit Corporation and is an equal opportunity employer.

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.
• Demonstrated empathy and professionalism, and ability to maintain a G-rated work environment.
• Ability to focus on results, be purpose-driven, and demonstrate motivation, positivity, and leadership.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Support a safe, engaging program where children learn through play and positive experiences.
• Maintain program quality so children are engaged, safe, and having fun, and the program reflects Healthy Kids Programs’ model.
• Ensure the site is fully staffed and teachers are prepared and supported.
• Keep the program in required staffing ratios at all times.
• Maintain accurate, current records and keep the program ready for inspection.
• Ensure the site is stocked with needed supplies and materials, and arrange restocking before items run out.
• Build relationships with children and families and communicate effectively with families.
• Work effectively with teammates and support student growth.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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