Extended Day Site Director

Leading Edge Extended Learning•Sayreville, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Site Director – Before & After School Program Location: Samsel Upper Elementary 298 Ernston Road Parlin, NJ 08859 Position Type: Full-Time (30 Hours Per Week) Pay Range : $20.00 – $23.00 per Hour (Biweekly Pay) School-Year Schedule: Monday–Friday 6:55 am – 8:15 am 1:50 pm – 6:30 pm About Us At Leading Edge Before & After School, we create safe, supportive, and enriching environments where children thrive beyond the classroom. We partner with schools and families to deliver high-quality programming that builds confidence, sparks creativity, and supports academic and social-emotional growth. Our team is driven by purpose, and as we continue to grow, we're looking for strong leaders to grow with us. Our mission is to support and nurture the whole child to help our students learn and grow! About the Role We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and organized Site Director to lead our before and after school program at Samsel Upper Elementary . This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment where students can learn, explore, and thrive outside of the school day. The Site Director serves as both a leader and educator, balancing program administration with direct student engagement. We are looking for a leader with experience in before and after school programming, youth development, or childcare who understands how to create meaningful enrichment opportunities while maintaining a high-quality, compliant program. Strong knowledge of New Jersey childcare licensing regulations and best practices is highly preferred. The Site Director is responsible for developing and implementing engaging curriculum and enrichment activities, building positive relationships with students and families, coaching and developing staff, ensuring compliance with NJ childcare licensing requirements, and maintaining a program culture that reflects Leading Edge's mission and values. This role requires consistent availability for both the morning and afternoon shifts to ensure continuity of care for students, families, and staff. We are hiring ahead of the 2026–2027 school year, creating a unique opportunity for the selected candidate to become familiar with their Leading Edge program, expectations, and the leadership team before taking full ownership of their site in September. Prior to the conclusion of the current school year on June 26, 2026, the selected Site Director will have the opportunity to dip their toes in program operations, meet students and families, and begin building relationships with school staff and company leadership. After the school year concludes, the Site Director will support our summer programming, providing valuable experience with Leading Edge operations, staff leadership, family engagement, licensing compliance, curriculum implementation, and program administration while maintaining consistent employment throughout the summer. Camp EDGE operates June 29 through August 22, 2026, Monday through Friday between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm, with flexible scheduling available. STEAM Camp operates July 6 through July 30, 2026, Monday through Thursday from 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm. As summer programming concludes, Site Directors will work alongside leadership to prepare for the upcoming school year through planning, training, classroom setup, and staff support. By the start of the school year, you'll already be familiar with our expectations, connected with fellow leaders, and prepared to confidently lead your program from day one!

Requirements

Associate Degree or a minimum of 60 college credits
At least 2 years of experience working with children in a group setting
Completion of state-mandated training requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience leading before and after school, childcare, camp, youth development, or enrichment programs
Knowledge of New Jersey childcare licensing regulations and compliance requirements
Experience supervising, coaching, or developing staff
Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to balance leadership responsibilities with direct student engagement

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop program staff
Implement engaging curriculum, enrichment activities, and student-centered programming
Foster a positive, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, families, and staff
Build strong relationships with school administration, teachers, families, and community partners
Ensure compliance with all NJ DCF licensing regulations, company policies, and health and safety requirements
Maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios and supervise daily program operations
Support student behavior management through positive guidance and relationship-building
Complete required documentation, reporting, attendance tracking, and administrative responsibilities
Model professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to high-quality programming
Serve as the primary point of contact for the program