School-Age Childcare Site Director – After School

Healthy Kids Programs • Swanzey, NH

4d • 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 Nelson Elementary School in Nelson, New Hampshire, for the 2026–2027 school year. The schedule follows the school calendar, with program hours from 2:15 to 5:30 p.m. Pay is $18.00 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 includes planning and leading hands-on activities in fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support; managing daily attendance, registration, scheduling, and staffing; and communicating with families through the Playground App. The director also communicates regularly with their direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.

The position suits someone who enjoys working with children, supporting learning through play, building relationships, and contributing to a mission-driven team. Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for employees’ school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in its program on the days and during the hours they work.

Healthy Kids Programs provides Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. The organization describes itself as a certified Benefit Corporation focused on making childcare accessible and affordable and creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and team members. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Hold 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; alternatively, have at least 2 years of supervisory or management experience, or a written plan to complete 3 such 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 with coursework related to early childhood education or a related field; an additional 3,000 hours of relevant experience plus a current center-based Child Development Associate credential from the Council for Professional Recognition; current Department of Education certification in early childhood education, elementary education, or special education; qualifying MACTE-accredited teacher-preparation certification plus 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 listed core knowledge areas.
• 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.

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.
• 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: High school or GED