School Age Childcare Site Director - Before & After School at Healthy Kids Programs

Knowlton Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Childcare Management, Staff Coaching, Relationship Building, Organization, Communication, Classroom Management, Compliance Monitoring, Inventory Management, Resourcefulness, Empathy, Professionalism

Industry

Child Day Care Services

Description

Description LOCATION: Knowlton Township Elementary School in Delaware, NJ JOB PAY RATE: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour SCHEDULE: Follows the school calendar Morning Program7:00 - 8:40 am Afternoon Program 2:45 - 6:00 pm Opportunities may be available for morning, afternoon, or both programs. JOB STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Do you love working with kids? Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School Age Childcare Site Director for our Before and After School Programs at our Knowlton Township Elementary School in Delaware, NJ location for the 2026–2027 school year. About the Role The Site Director is the heart of a Healthy Kids Programs location. You'll lead the daily operations of the site by creating a safe, engaging program that children love and families trust. You'll support and coach your team, build strong relationships with families and school partners, and ensure the program meets Healthy Kids Programs' quality standards and all licensing requirements. If you're an energetic, organized leader who enjoys making a positive impact in children's lives every day, this is the role for you. Key Success Characteristics: Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care. Who Thrives in This Role This position is especially well-suited for: Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community If you enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and being part of a mission-driven team, you’ll feel right at home. What Success Looks Like Program Quality: Kids are engaged, safe, and having fun every day; the program reflects Healthy Kids Programs’ model and families consistently choose to re-enroll Staffing: The site is fully staffed every day; teachers are prepared, supported, and showing up for the kids Compliance: The site operates in ratio at all times; records are accurate and current; the program is ready for inspection on any given day Inventory: The site is well-stocked with the supplies and materials teachers need; nothing runs out mid-week; restocking happens before it becomes a problem Requirements QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or early childhood coursework preferred 1–3 years of experience working with children in a school, childcare, camp, or youth program setting Some experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred Familiarity with before- and after-school program environments a plus Knowledge of state childcare licensing or school-age care regulations helpful but not required Calm, flexible, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment. Able to pass required background and fingerprint clearances. Key Healthy Kids Executive Skills — Bringing Your “A-Game” Means You Excel in All Three: Relationship with your job: Focus on results, not excuses. Purpose driven. Relationship with others: Motivating, positivity, leadership. How you handle yourself: Empathy, professionalism, G-rated work environment. Part-Time Benefits: Employer-paid childcare for children (ages 3–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage AFLAC supplemental plans 401(k) for eligible employees Paid sick time On-demand pay – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibility Career development and growth opportunities Why Join Healthy Kids Programs? We are a Certified Benefit Corporation operating before- and after-school care and summer camps in partnership with school districts across 14+ states. Our mission is to give every child access to safe, enriching, high-quality programming — and our people are how that happens. Learn more about our team and culture: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations of the before and after school program to ensure a safe and engaging environment for children. Support and coach staff while maintaining strong relationships with families and school partners to meet quality and licensing standards.