Pre-K Childcare Site Director – Before & After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a 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 role follows the school calendar and is part-time, non-exempt. Work is available in the morning program (7:00–9:00 a.m.), the afternoon program (2:45–5:45 p.m.), or both. The Site Director is responsible for ensuring that children are safe, engaged, and having fun; that staff are prepared and supported; and that the site remains appropriately staffed and compliant with applicable ratios and recordkeeping requirements. The position also involves maintaining supplies and materials so staff have what they need to run the program. Success calls for a reliable, organized, flexible, and resourceful leader who enjoys working with children, communicates well with families and teammates, and brings patience, empathy, and positivity to the work. Healthy Kids Programs is a Certified Benefit Corporation that operates before- and after-school care and summer camps in partnership with school districts across more than 14 states. Its mission is to provide children with access to safe, enriching, high-quality programming.
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 focus on results and a purpose-driven approach.
- Demonstrates motivating, positive leadership and effective relationships with others.
- Demonstrates empathy and professionalism and maintains a G-rated work environment.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with before- and after-school program environments.
- Knowledge of state childcare licensing or school-age care regulations.
Responsibilities
- Ensure children are engaged, safe, and enjoying the program each day, in line with Healthy Kids Programs’ model.
- Support family satisfaction and continued enrollment.
- Ensure the site is fully staffed each day and that teachers are prepared and supported.
- Maintain required staff-to-child ratios at all times.
- Keep records accurate and current and ensure the program is ready for inspection.
- Maintain adequate supplies and materials and arrange restocking before items run out.
- Build relationships and support student growth.
- Communicate effectively with families and 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Manager
