School-Age Childcare Program Director - After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Lancaster, NY

2d • 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 program follows the school calendar and operates from 2:15 PM to 6:00 PM. The position pays $17.00 per hour and is non-exempt.

The director facilitates activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academic, art, group activities, and homework completion. The role provides children with a safe, healthy, and engaging environment, supports program operations, and follows applicable state, program, and host-school policies.

Healthy Kids Programs provides early learning, before- and after-school, and summer camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization is a certified Benefit Corporation and states that its mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members.

Requirements

• 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; or two years of college with 18 credits in a related field, plus the same experience; or a NY State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus two years of relevant experience; or a School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential plus two years of relevant experience.
• Required health clearance, including TB screening, in accordance with state regulations.
• Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• 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 in the program.
• Observe 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 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