School-Age Childcare Site Director – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Cattaraugus, NY

3d • 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 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 program operations and staff to ensure compliance with state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host-school requirements. The role includes leading engaging activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, overseeing attendance, registration, scheduling, and staffing, and communicating with families through the Playground App. The Director also communicates with their direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.

The position is suited to people who enjoy working with children, encouraging their curiosity and development, and collaborating with families and teammates. Healthy Kids Programs provides employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in its program during the employee’s work hours and workdays.

Requirements

• Qualify through one of the following: 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 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 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, 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.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience working with children may include babysitting, recreational programs, youth organizations, schools, and other settings involving child supervision.
• Relevant supervisory experience may include supervising staff in schools, Head Start programs, and other related child-serving environments.
• Interest in working with children, supporting their learning through play, encouraging curiosity and confidence, and collaborating with families and teammates.

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.
• 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 during the employee’s workdays and hours.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand 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