School-Age Childcare Site Director – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Cattaraugus, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a part-time 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 serves school-age children ages 5–12. The schedule follows the school calendar, with program hours from 2:45 PM to 6:00 PM. Pay is $17.00 per hour.

The Site Director oversees program operations and staff, ensures compliance with state regulations and organizational and host-school requirements, and leads engaging activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum. The role also includes tracking attendance and registrations, managing schedules and staffing levels, communicating with parents and caregivers through the Playground App, and coordinating regularly with a direct report.

The position is suited to someone who enjoys working with children, supporting their learning and development, and collaborating with families and colleagues. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours they work, with employer contributions covering the cost of care.

Requirements

• Qualify through one of the following: 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.
• Alternatively, qualify with two years of college and 18 credits in a related field, plus two years of experience working with children under 13, including at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Alternatively, qualify with a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus two years of relevant experience.
• Alternatively, qualify with 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, 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 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.
• Communicate clearly and consistently 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.
• Help ensure 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 worked.
• Telehealth, vision, and 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