School-Age Childcare Program Director - After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Shaftsbury, VT

1d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an After School Childcare Program Director to support its Vermont DCF-licensed school-age childcare program at Mettawee Community School in West Pawlet, Vermont. This is a Site Director–level leadership role in a before- and after-school program setting. 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 may suit someone with experience in education, youth development, camps, recreation, childcare, or school-age programming. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:25 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The position is part-time and non-exempt, with pay of $19.00–$21.00 per hour.

Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for the employee’s school-age children, ages 5–12, who are enrolled in the program on the days and during the hours the employee works. The organization operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations and describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on accessible, affordable childcare and meaningful 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 engage actively with children, stand, walk, and supervise outdoors.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Site Director, Assistant Director, or similar leader 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 staffing ratios.
• 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 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, allowing 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