Pre-K Childcare Site Director – Before & After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Salem, NJ

6d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time, non-exempt 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 morning programs operating 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 Site Director supports a safe, engaging, high-quality program where children learn through play and positive experiences. The role focuses on program quality, staffing, regulatory compliance, and inventory. The director helps ensure children are engaged and safe, staff are prepared and supported, the site maintains required ratios and accurate records, and teachers have the supplies and materials they need.

The position may suit people seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, education students seeking practical experience, or retirees interested in mentoring children. Healthy Kids Programs operates before- and after-school care and summer camps in partnership with school districts across more than 14 states. It is a Certified Benefit Corporation with a mission to provide children 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 empathy and professionalism and maintains a G-rated work environment.
• Able to focus on results and demonstrate purpose-driven work, motivation, positivity, leadership, and effective relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain an engaging, safe, and enjoyable program that follows the Healthy Kids Programs model.
• Support program quality and encourage families to re-enroll.
• Ensure the site is fully staffed and that teachers are prepared, supported, and present for children.
• Ensure the program operates within required staff-to-child ratios and that records are accurate and current.
• Keep the site prepared for inspections.
• Maintain adequate supplies and materials for teachers and arrange restocking before items run out.
• Build relationships with children and families and support student growth.
• Work effectively with teammates and communicate with families.

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 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