School-Age Childcare Site Director – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Salamanca, NY

5d • 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 follows the school calendar and runs from 2:45 PM to 6:00 PM. Compensation is $17.00 per hour. The position is non-exempt and focuses on providing high-quality care, supporting children’s learning through play, and maintaining effective program operations and family communication.

The Site Director plans and leads activities across fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support; oversees compliance with applicable regulations and program and school policies; manages attendance, registration, scheduling, and staffing; and communicates 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 role is suited to someone who enjoys working with children, is energetic, kind, patient, organized, reliable, and communicates effectively with families and teammates. Candidates must meet one of the listed education-and-experience pathways, be medically cleared and free of communicable diseases including tuberculosis, and be able to meet the physical demands of working with children, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.

Part-time benefits include employer-paid childcare for eligible school-age children enrolled in the program during the employee’s work hours, telehealth, vision and dental coverage, AFLAC supplemental plans, a 401(k) for eligible employees, paid sick time, on-demand pay, and career development and growth opportunities. Healthy Kids Programs describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation that provides childcare programs at more than 150 locations and states its commitment to equal opportunity and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff and program operations 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 operations, 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 on the days and during the hours the employee works.
• 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