School-Age Childcare Site Director – After School

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Peterborough, 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 program serves school-age children ages 5–12. The schedule follows the school calendar, with program hours from 2:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pay is $18.00 per hour.

The Site Director oversees program operations and staff, ensures compliance with state regulations and organizational and school requirements, and plans and leads engaging activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum. The role also includes maintaining attendance and registration records, scheduling and staffing, communicating with families through the Playground App, and regularly updating a direct report.

Healthy Kids Programs 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 operates Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations.

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 credits in management or supervision 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 of the following additional qualifications: 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 experience working with children in a licensed childcare program or public or private elementary school plus a current center-based Child Development Associate credential awarded by the Council for Professional Recognition; current early childhood education, elementary education, or special education certification issued by the Department of Education; MACTE-accredited teacher preparation certification in Infant and Toddler, Early Childhood, or Elementary I 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 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 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, support a positive team environment, and 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 the employee works.
• Telehealth coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid sick time.
• On-demand pay, providing 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