After School Program Director - Grimshaw

Healthy Kids Programs is 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 the program follow all OCFS regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and the expectations set by our host school.

Bringing the Fun: Lead dynamic, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum—including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. And don’t forget homework time—you’ll be the go-to homework helper!

Managing Like a Pro: Oversee key administrative duties such as keeping accurate attendance and registration records and maintaining proper staffing levels so everything runs efficiently.

Keeping Everyone Informed: Communicate consistently with parents and families using the Playground App.

Team Collaboration: Stay in regular communication with your direct supervisor, keeping them informed about daily events and promptly addressing any concerns. By working together as a strong team, we’ll deliver excellent care, support a positive work culture, and proactively resolve challenges.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

To be qualified as a director, a person must possess either:

An Associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field; and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work.

OR

A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential; and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work.

OR

A School-Age Child Care Credential or another office-recognized credential specific to the school-age developmental period; and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work.

OR

Two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field; and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work.

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 BENEFITS:

Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work.

Telehealth Benefits

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

AFLAC Supplemental Plans

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid Sick Time Off

On-Demand Pay

Career Development

Growth Opportunities

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). Our programs empower working families, create a safe and nurturing environment for childhood development, and ensure that every child has the foundation they need for a bright future. Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities.

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