School-Age Childcare Program Director - After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • West Pawlet, VT

4d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Program Director to support its Vermont DCF-licensed school-age childcare and before- and after-school program at Mettawee Community School in West Pawlet, Vermont. This Site Director–level leadership role provides program leadership, supports site teams, maintains program quality and licensing compliance, and helps ensure safe, engaging environments for children and families. The position combines leadership responsibilities with direct work with children.

The role is part-time, non-exempt, and scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:25 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pay is $19.00–$21.00 per hour. Employer-paid childcare is available for the employee’s school-age children, ages 5–12, enrolled in the program during the employee’s work hours.

Healthy Kids Programs operates 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 opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Associate’s degree or higher.
• Ability to meet Vermont DCF school-age program leadership requirements.
• Must meet at least one of the following: 10 or more months of experience in school-age childcare or youth programming; Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential; Vermont Program Director Credential; Vermont Teacher Licensure; Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate; or a master’s degree in a youth-related field.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and supervise outdoors.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Site Director, Assistant Director, or in a similar leadership role in before- or after-school programs, school-age childcare, summer camps, Vermont DCF-licensed or other regulated childcare settings, youth development, recreation, or school-based programs.
• Prior Vermont background clearance and required trainings; these may be completed after hire for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Support engaging after-school programming for school-age children.
• Coach and support site staff in daily program operations.
• Maintain safe, inclusive, and structured environments.
• Support compliance with Vermont DCF licensing requirements and Healthy Kids policies.
• Maintain documentation, staff records, and licensing readiness.
• Support follow-up on inspections and corrective actions.
• Provide on-site coverage to maintain required staff-to-child ratios.
• Support scheduling, onboarding, and daily staffing needs.
• Build strong relationships with families and school partners.
• Support enrollment and communication efforts.
• Engage actively with children throughout the day.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in the program during the employee’s work 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.

What This Job Offers

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