Before and After School Childcare Director at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Greenwich Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

21.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compliance, Childcare, Communication, Team Collaboration, Management, Curriculum Development, Activity Planning, Record Keeping, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Leadership, Engagement, Flexibility, Reliability, Professionalism, Health Awareness

Industry

Child Day Care Services

Description

Description WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus. We're on the lookout for a dynamic Director to lead our Before and After School Program at Lopatcong Elementary School in Phillipsburg, NJ. As the Director, you'll be the driving force behind every aspect of the operation of the Healthy Kids Program Site. JOB STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt JOB PAY RATE: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday HOURS: 6:45 AM - 8:00 AM, 2:15 PM - 5:30 PM JOB CONSISTS OF: Guiding Compliance: Ensure that both staff and program adhere to OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules set by our host school. Bringing the Fun: Direct engaging hands-on activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. Plus, don't forget about homework completion – you'll be the ultimate homework hero! Managing Like a Boss: Take charge of essential management tasks, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, and ensuring proper staffing levels to keep the program running smoothly. Keeping Everyone in the Loop: Maintain open lines of communication with parents and family members through the Playground App. Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively and regularly with your direct report, ensuring they're up to speed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues that arise in a timely manner. By working together as a cohesive team, we'll provide the highest quality of care, foster a positive working environment, and proactively tackle any challenges that come our way. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, Health Care, Nursing, or any other field related to Child Growth and Development; or Teaching Certification from the Department of Education in Elementary Education, Nursery School, Preschool through Third Grade (P-3) or Teacher of the Handicapped. In addition to, six Early Childhood credits and two years of experience working with children. OR Bachelor's Degree in any field other than those listed above. Plus, six Early Childhood credits and four years of experience working with children. OR Head Teacher endorsement from the New Jersey Registry for Childhood Professionals, Professional Impact New Jersey. QUALIFICATIONS: You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB. You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with kiddos, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt. You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with energetic kiddos PART-TIME PERKS: Telehealth Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care Vision Insurance: Keep your vision clear—because we want you to see your future with us! Dental Insurance: Smile bright with dental coverage that keeps you healthy from the inside out. AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team. 401(k) for eligible employees: Yep, we're serious about your future too! Paid Sick Time Off: Because your health should always come first. On-Demand Pay: Why wait for payday when you can have your money when you need it? Career Development: Level up your skills and expertise on us! Growth Opportunities: We’re growing and we need people to grow with us! Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com

Responsibilities

The Director will oversee the operation of the Before and After School Program, ensuring compliance with guidelines and managing staff. They will also engage children in hands-on activities and maintain communication with parents.