Extended Day Program Director - Manchester

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 100 locations and growing. 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.

We’re excited to find a strong leader to serve as Director of our After School Program at Manchester Elementary School in Manchester Center, VT for the 2025–26 school year. As Director, you’ll be responsible for the smooth operation of our Healthy Kids Program Site, creating an enriching environment for children every day.

STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: 2:45 PM – 5:30 PM

HOURLY PAY: $18.00 – $20.00 (depending on qualifications)

WHAT THE JOB ENTAILS:

Ensuring Program Compliance: Make sure all activities and staff adhere to local regulations, internal policies, and school-specific guidelines.

Leading Activities: Use the Healthy Kids Curriculum to guide hands-on learning through STEAM, physical activity, creative arts, academic time, and homework support.

Overseeing Logistics: Keep accurate records of attendance and registration and manage daily staffing to ensure coverage.

Keeping Parents Engaged: Communicate regularly with families through the Playground App, building trust and transparency.

Supporting Your Team: Maintain ongoing communication with your supervisor to resolve any issues and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

QUALIFICATIONS:

You’re 18+ and hold a BA, BS, or Associate’s degree

Plus, you meet at least one of these criteria:

10 months working directly with school-age children

Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate

Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential

Vermont Program Director Credential

Vermont Teaching License

Master’s degree in a youth-related area

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medical clearance (including being free from communicable illnesses like TB)

Strong interpersonal skills — warm, upbeat, and communicative

Reliable, professional, and punctual

Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and staying active during shifts

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