School-Age Childcare Site Director – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs • West Point, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time, non-exempt School-Age Childcare Site Director for its Before & After School Program at Fort Montgomery Elementary School in Fort Montgomery, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position follows the school calendar. The morning program runs from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m., and the afternoon program runs from 2:45 to 6:00 p.m. Opportunities may be available to work in the morning program, afternoon program, or both. Pay is $17.00–$18.00 per hour.

The Site Director oversees program and staff operations, ensures compliance with state regulations and organizational and school requirements, and leads engaging activities for school-age children. The role includes managing attendance, registration, scheduling, and staffing; communicating with families through the Playground App; and coordinating with a direct report to support staff, address concerns, and maintain a positive team environment.

The role may suit people seeking a schedule aligned with the school day, including parents, education students or future teachers, and retirees interested in working with and mentoring children. Healthy Kids Programs provides care for eligible employees’ school-age children during the days and hours they work.

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

Requirements

• Qualify through one of the following: an associate degree in any field and two years of experience working with children under 13, including at least one year in a supervisory role; two years of college with 18 credits and two years of experience working with children under 13, including at least one year in a supervisory role; a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential and two years of relevant experience; or a School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential and two years of relevant experience.
• Be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
• Demonstrate a positive, friendly demeanor and strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with children, parents, and team members.
• Be dependable, punctual, and professional in conduct and appearance.
• Be able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds and meet the physical demands of working with children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
• Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
• Oversee daily operational tasks, including accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
• Communicate regularly with the direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.
• Work with the direct report to support high-quality care, strong staff morale, and proactive problem-solving.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children ages 5–12 enrolled in the program, on days and during hours worked.
• 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