School-Age Childcare Program Director - After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Alden, NY

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time 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 schedule follows the school calendar, with program hours from 2:15 PM to 6:00 PM. The pay rate is $17.00 per hour.

The director facilitates activities from the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities, as well as homework completion. The role provides children with a safe, healthy, and engaging environment and requires following state regulations, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies. Program operations may also include maintaining attendance records, handling registration, and staffing responsibilities.

Healthy Kids Programs provides early learning, before- and after-school, and summer camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: an associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field, plus two years of experience working with children under 13, including at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: two years of college with 18 credits in a related field, plus two years of experience working with children under 13, including at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Meet one of the following credential and experience pathways: a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus two years of relevant experience.
• Meet one of the following credential and experience pathways: a School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential plus two 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.

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.
• Follow state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.
• Support program operations, which may include 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 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