School Age Childcare Area Director

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Newport, NH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is looking for a hands-on, people-focused Area Director to oversee multiple after-school childcare programs throughout Southern and Central New Hampshire. This is an opportunity for a strong leader who enjoys coaching teams, solving problems, building relationships, and making sure children and families have an exceptional experience every day. As an Area Director, you will support Site Directors, strengthen school partnerships, maintain high-quality programs, and ensure daily operations run smoothly across multiple locations. The Area Director is responsible for the successful operation of multiple Healthy Kids Programs after-school locations. You will support Site Directors, ensure programs are staffed appropriately, maintain compliance with state licensing requirements, monitor program quality, and build strong partnerships with school leaders. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and energized by being visible in the field, supporting teams, and creating solutions. You will help ensure children have a safe, engaging, and positive experience during their after-school hours.

Requirements

• Associates degree with 2-3 years of supervisory experience.
• Background in childcare, youth development, K–12 education, or a similar environment.
• Experience managing and controlling staff schedules and daily operational coverage across multiple locations.
• Comfort working directly with school administrators and building staff.
• Must pass a full background check including fingerprinting and reference checks.
• Focus on results, not excuses.
• Purpose driven.
• Motivating, positivity, leadership.
• Empathy, professionalism, G-rated work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with state childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple after-school childcare programs.
• Support Site Directors.
• Strengthen school partnerships.
• Maintain high-quality programs.
• Ensure daily operations run smoothly across multiple locations.
• Ensure programs are staffed appropriately.
• Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements.
• Monitor program quality.
• Build strong partnerships with school leaders.
• Ensure children have a safe, engaging, and positive experience during their after-school hours.
• Address coverage needs before they impact children, families, or staff.
• Provide engaging, consistent experiences for children.
• Provide regular coaching and support to Site Directors and staff.
• Maintain all required state licensing standards.
• Ensure records, certifications, and safety requirements remain current.
• Meet enrollment goals.
• Ensure families have positive experiences that encourage continued participation.
• Address building-level concerns quickly and professionally.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid sick time
• On-demand pay – Access a portion of your earned wages before your scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel between sites

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree