Pre-K Site Director – Before & After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Pre-K Site Director for its Before and After School Program at Arlington Central School District in Lagrangeville, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role follows the school calendar and may cover the morning program (7:00–9:15 a.m.), the afternoon program (2:15–5:00 p.m.), or both. Pay is $18.00–$20.00 per hour. The Site Director leads engaging, hands-on activities guided by the Healthy Kids Curriculum, oversees daily program operations, and ensures compliance with state regulations, company policies, and host-school requirements. The role includes maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, scheduling and staffing, communicating with families through the Playground App, and collaborating with a direct report to address concerns and support a positive team environment. The position is suited to someone who enjoys working with children, supporting learning through play, encouraging curiosity and confidence, and building relationships with families and teammates. Candidates must meet one of the specified education, credential, teaching-experience, and staff-supervision pathways. They must also be medically cleared for job duties, demonstrate professionalism and strong communication skills, and be able to meet the physical demands of working with children, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: a bachelor’s degree with at least 12 credits in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, plus one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff-supervision experience in an early childhood setting; an associate’s degree in early childhood education or a related field with a plan of study toward a bachelor’s degree or New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff-supervision experience; a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential with one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff-supervision experience; or a Child Development Associate (CDA) or other office-recognized credential, with a plan of study toward a bachelor’s degree or New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff-supervision experience.
- Be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
- Demonstrate a positive, friendly demeanor and strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and team members.
- Be dependable, punctual, and professional in conduct and appearance.
- Be able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds and meet the physical demands of working with children.
Responsibilities
- Ensure staff and program operations meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
- Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
- Oversee daily operations, including accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
- Communicate clearly and consistently with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
- Communicate regularly with the direct report to share updates, address concerns, support staff morale, and proactively solve problems.
- Provide high-quality care and contribute to a positive team environment.
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in the program during the employee’s working days and hours.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
