School-Age Childcare Site Director – After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Jaffrey, NH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time, non-exempt School-Age Childcare Site Director for its After School Program at Highbridge Hill Elementary School in New Ipswich, New Hampshire, for the 2026–2027 school year. The program follows the school calendar and runs from 3:25 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The pay rate is $18.00 per hour.

The Site Director helps provide safe, high-quality care for school-age children by overseeing program operations and staff, planning and leading engaging activities, tracking attendance and registration, maintaining appropriate staffing, and communicating with families and a direct report. Activities follow the Healthy Kids Curriculum and may include fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.

The role is suited to someone who enjoys helping children learn through play and positive experiences, brings energy, kindness, and patience, and is organized, reliable, and effective at working with teammates and families. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours the employee works.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, including a GED, HiSET, or TASC.
• Have 3 college credits in management or supervision from an accredited college or university, or meet this requirement through at least 2 years of supervisory or management experience, or a written plan to complete the 3 credits through an accredited college or university.
• Have at least 1,500 hours of experience working with children in a licensed childcare program or public or private elementary school.
• Meet at least one additional qualification: an associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with coursework related to early childhood education or a related field; an additional 3,000 hours of qualifying experience and a current center-based Child Development Associate credential awarded by the Council for Professional Recognition; current early childhood, elementary, or special education certification issued by the Department of Education; MACTE-accredited teacher preparation certification in Infant and Toddler, Early Childhood, or Elementary I together with 60 college credits; or documentation of 60 college credits, including at least 24 related-coursework credits and at least 3 credits in each of the core knowledge areas of children with special needs, child growth and development, and curriculum for early childhood education.
• Be medically cleared to perform all job duties and free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis.
• 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, 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, 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: High school or GED