School-Age Childcare Site Director – After School
About The Position
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time, non-exempt School-Age Childcare Site Director for its After School Program at Ellicottville Elementary School in Ellicottville, New York, for the 2026–2027 school year. The program follows the school calendar and runs from 2:45 PM to 6:00 PM. Pay is $17.00 per hour. The Site Director oversees staff and program operations to ensure compliance with state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host-school requirements. The role plans and leads engaging activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, manages daily operations and staffing, communicates with families through the Playground App, and works with a direct report to support a positive team environment and high-quality care. The position may suit people who enjoy working with children, including parents seeking a school-aligned schedule, education majors or future teachers seeking hands-on experience, and retirees interested in mentoring children. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program during the employee’s working hours, with employer contributions covering the cost of care.
Requirements
- Meet one of the listed education and experience pathways: an associate degree in any field plus 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 plus the same experience; a New York 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.
- 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 and punctual, and maintain professional conduct and appearance.
- Be able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds and meet the physical demands of working with children.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children may include babysitting, recreational programs, youth organizations, schools, and other settings involving supervision of children.
- Supervisory experience in schools, Head Start programs, and other related child-serving environments may be considered.
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, 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 the days and during the hours the employee works.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
