School Age Childcare Site Co-Director - Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Ribera, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time Site Director for its before- and after-school childcare program at Los Ninos Elementary School in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The role provides leadership in creating a safe, organized, positive, and engaging environment for children ages 5–12. The director plans and leads activities, oversees daily program operations, supports staff, ensures program compliance, and communicates with families and school staff.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 3:35–6:00 PM, with Friday hours varying between 7:20 AM and 6:00 PM. Pay is $20.00–$22.00 per hour. A featured benefit is employer-paid childcare for the employee’s children ages 5–12 enrolled in the program during the days and hours the employee works. Other benefits include telehealth, vision and dental coverage, AFLAC supplemental plans, a 401(k) for eligible employees, paid sick time, on-demand pay, and professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Some experience managing or mentoring staff.
• Must pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks.
• Option A: Hold a CDA, CCP, Montessori certification, National Administrator Credential (NAC), or an associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development plus at least 2 years of experience in early childhood or a school-age/out-of-school-time setting.
• Option B: Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood education or a related field, plus at least 1 year of experience in early childhood or school-age care.
• Be passionate about working with children, organized, a natural leader, a strong communicator, calm, flexible, and resourceful.
• Demonstrate motivation, positivity, leadership, empathy, professionalism, and a G-rated work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working directly with school building staff.
• Familiarity with state childcare or school-age licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
• Plan and lead hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
• Oversee daily operations, including attendance tracking, registration updates, scheduling, and staffing support.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
• Collaborate with the direct supervisor and team to share updates, solve problems proactively, and maintain a positive and supportive program culture.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for 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.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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