School-Age Childcare Program Director - After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Dorset, VT

4d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an After School Childcare Program Director to support its licensed school-age childcare program at Mettawee Community School in West Pawlet, Vermont. This is a Site Director–level leadership position in a Vermont DCF-licensed school-age before- and after-school program. The director provides leadership, supports site teams, maintains program quality and compliance, and helps ensure safe, engaging environments for children and families. The role combines leadership with direct work with children and is suited to candidates with experience in education, youth development, camps, recreation, childcare, or school-age programming.

The position is part-time, non-exempt, 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 enrolled school-age children, ages 5–12, during the employee’s workdays and work hours.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. It describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Associate’s degree or higher.
• Ability to meet Vermont DCF school-age program leadership requirements.
• Must have 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 engage actively with children, stand, walk, and provide outdoor supervision.

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, VT 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 and staff records and ensure licensing readiness.
• Support follow-up on inspections and corrective actions.
• Provide on-site coverage to maintain required ratios in a school-age childcare program setting.
• Support scheduling, onboarding, and daily staffing needs.
• Build strong relationships with families and school partners.
• Support enrollment and communication efforts.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for enrolled school-age children ages 5–12 during the employee’s workdays and work hours.
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, providing 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