After School Program Director - Grimshaw

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 on the lookout for a dynamic Director to lead our After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year. As the Director, you'll be the driving force behind every aspect of the operation of the Healthy Kids Program Site.

LOCATION: Grimshaw Elementary School in LaFayette, NY

PAY: $17.00 per hour

JOB STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

HOURS: 2:15 pm - 6:00 pm

JOB CONSISTS OF:

Guiding Compliance: Make sure staff and programs follow OCFS regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules set by our host school.

Bringing the Fun: Lead exciting, hands-on activities inspired by the Healthy Kids Curriculum—covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. And when it’s homework time, you’ll be the ultimate homework hero!

Managing Like a Pro: Oversee key management responsibilities such as keeping accurate attendance and registration records, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels to ensure the program runs seamlessly.

Keeping Everyone Connected: Foster open communication with parents and families through the Playground App.

Team Collaboration: Stay in consistent communication with your direct supervisor, keeping them updated on daily happenings and promptly addressing any issues that pop up. Together, we’ll deliver top-tier care, nurture a positive work environment, and proactively overcome any challenges that arise.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

To qualify as a director, candidates must have one of the following:

An Associate Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field; plus two years of direct experience working with children under 13, including at least one year in a supervisory role within a child care or related program.

OR

A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential; plus two years of direct experience working with children under 13, including one year in a supervisory capacity within a child care or similar program.

OR

A School-Age Child Care Credential or another credential recognized by the office as specific to the school-age developmental period; plus two years of direct experience working with children under 13, including one year in a supervisory role in a child care or related field.

OR

Two years of college with at least 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related area; plus two years of direct experience working with children under 13, including one year in a supervisory role in a child care or related setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

You’re medically cleared to perform all job duties and are free from communicable diseases, including TB.

You’re positive, friendly, and upbeat—with stellar communication skills that shine when engaging with children, parents, and coworkers. Dependable, professional, and punctual? That’s you!

You’re physically ready to bend, stretch, lift, and carry (up to 50 lbs.)—whatever it takes to keep pace with active kids.

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