School-Age Childcare Program Director - After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Clarence, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Program Director for its After School Program at Akron Elementary School in Akron, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The part-time position follows the school calendar, with afternoon hours from 2:15 PM to 6:00 PM, and pays $17.00 per hour.

The director facilitates hands-on activities using the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion. The role helps provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and serves as a positive role model for children. It also involves following state and school policies and supporting program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours an employee works. The organization operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It describes its mission as making childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Meet one of the listed education and experience pathways: an associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role; two years of college with 18 credits in a related field plus the same experience; a NY State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus 2 years of relevant experience; or a School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential plus 2 years of relevant experience.
• Obtain required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• Be physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds while actively engaging with children throughout the day.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences.
• Bring energy, kindness, and patience to each day.
• Enjoy encouraging children’s curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
• Work well with teammates and communicate effectively with families.
• Be reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and act as a positive role model for children.
• Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Support program operations, which may include maintaining attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 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
• Education Level: Associate degree