Area Director, School-Age Programs

Location: Western New York

Pay: $20.00 per hour Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare

Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) 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.

Position Overview

Lead multiple school-age childcare programs across Western New York as an Area Director with Healthy Kids Programs—driving program quality, enrollment, and team success across your region.

This role supports sites in the Finger Lakes region (Naples, Kendall, Exploration) and the Greater Buffalo area (DB Bunce, Akron, Attica).

You’ll oversee Site Directors and staff, conduct regular site visits, and ensure each program operates safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with NYS OCFS regulations.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Area Directors:

Maintain full compliance with NYS OCFS regulations

Ensure programs are safely staffed and operating smoothly

Support strong enrollment and program growth

Keep attendance, payroll, and documentation accurate and timely

Build positive relationships with school partners, families, and staff

Develop and support high-performing Site Directors and teams

Why You’ll Love This Role

Make a Difference

Lead programs that positively impact children, families, and communities.

Join a Growing Organization

Be part of a rapidly expanding organization with opportunities for advancement.

Collaborative Team Environment

Work with a mission-driven team that values accountability and support.

Career Development

Grow your leadership career as we continue to expand.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Quality

Ensure engaging programming aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum

Conduct site visits and provide coaching to Site Directors and staff

Maintain safe, inclusive, and high-quality program environments

Support corrective action plans and maintain licensing readiness

Staffing & Operations

Support hiring, onboarding, and staff coverage planning

Manage staffing schedules and monitor payroll accuracy

Respond to staffing needs and day-to-day operational challenges

Ensure staff training, certifications, and documentation are current

Enrollment & Community Engagement

Support enrollment growth and maintain program capacity

Monitor attendance trends and program demand

Build relationships with school administrators and families

Participate in outreach and community engagement efforts

Compliance & Administration

Ensure adherence to NYS OCFS regulations and company policies

Maintain accurate attendance and program records

Monitor staff credentials, background checks, and renewals

Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and leadership teams

Utilize Microsoft 365 for reporting and communication

This Role is Ideal for Someone Who:

Enjoys leading teams and developing staff

Is highly organized and comfortable managing multiple sites

Takes ownership of problem-solving and decision-making

Communicates clearly with diverse stakeholders

Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Candidates may qualify with any of the following:

Associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or related field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

Two years of college with 18 credits in a related field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

NY State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus 2 years of relevant experience.

School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential plus 2 years of relevant experience.

Additional Requirements:

Medically cleared to perform job duties

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Professional, reliable, and team-oriented

Experience with HRIS and attendance systems (e.g., Paylocity, Playground or similar)

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)

Strong organizational and communication skills

Benefits

Employer-paid childcare for children enrolled in our program, available during the days and hours you are scheduled to work

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

AFLAC Supplemental Plans

401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees

Paid Holidays, PTO, and sick time

On-Demand Pay

Career development and growth opportunities

About Healthy Kids Programs

Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider—we’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before & After School, and Summer Camp programs across 150+ locations.

As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while positively impacting the communities we serve.

Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive, engaging environments where team members feel valued and empowered to grow. If you're passionate about working with children and making a difference, this is the place to build your career.

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.