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After School Program Director

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Village of Cold Spring, New York, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

Who We Are

Healthy Kids is one of the fastest-growing childcare providers, offering Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs across 100+ locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible childcare.

Job Overview

The After School Program Director will lead our program at Haldane Elementary School in Cold Spring, NY. This part-time, non-exempt role operates from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm and pays $17.00 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and host school rules.
  • Deliver engaging activities in fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
  • Manage attendance, registrations, and staffing requirements.
  • Maintain effective communication with parents via the Playground App.
  • Collaborate with direct reports to address any daily issues.

Qualifications

Candidates must have one of the following: • Two years of relevant college coursework and two years of experience (with at least one year in a supervisory capacity), OR • A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus experience, OR • A School-Age Child Care Credential or another recognized credential plus experience, OR • An Associate’s degree in a related field plus experience.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must be medically fit, warm, friendly, and physically able to perform job duties (including lifting up to 50 lbs.).

Part-Time Perks

  • Telehealth Benefits
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • AFLAC Supplemental Plans
  • 401(k) for eligible employees
  • Paid Sick Time Off
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Career Development and Growth Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employment

Healthy Kids Programs is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Key skills/competency

  • Childcare
  • Compliance
  • Curriculum
  • STEAM
  • Supervision
  • Management
  • Communication
  • Activity Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Parental Engagement

How to Get Hired at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Your Resume: Tailor your experience to childcare management.
  • Highlight Your Skills: Emphasize leadership and curriculum development.
  • Research Healthy Kids Programs: Understand their mission and growth.
  • Prepare for Behavioral Questions: Practice responses with examples.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review state childcare compliance requirements.
Familiarize with OCFS guidelines and policies.
Study Healthy Kids curriculum materials.
Practice registration and attendance software usage.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you solved a team conflict.
Explain a situation managing challenging behaviors.
Discuss handling communication with parents.
Share leadership experience in high-pressure moments.