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 is part-time, non-exempt, follows the school calendar, and offers morning, afternoon, or both program schedules. The morning program runs from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.; the afternoon program runs from 2:45 to 5:45 p.m. Pay is $20.00–$22.00 per hour. The Site Director helps deliver safe, high-quality, engaging programming where children learn through play and positive experiences. The role involves supporting staff and families, maintaining program quality and compliance, ensuring the site is adequately staffed and supplied, and helping children feel safe, curious, creative, and confident. The position is suited to someone who is energetic, kind, patient, reliable, organized, and effective at communicating and working with a team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 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 purpose, motivating positivity and leadership, empathy, professionalism, and a G-rated work environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferably in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 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 having fun, and that programming reflects the Healthy Kids Programs model.
- Support family satisfaction and encourage continued enrollment.
- Ensure the site is fully staffed 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 prepared for inspection.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and materials and arrange restocking before items run out.
- Communicate and work effectively with teammates and families.
- Encourage children's curiosity, creativity, confidence, and learning through play and positive experiences.
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, providing 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
