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Before and After School Program Director

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

Town of Eaton, New York, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

About Healthy Kids Programs

Healthy Kids is one of the 5,000 fastest-growing providers of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare, while providing growth opportunities for our team.

Learn more about our work culture at healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

Position Overview: Before and After School Program Director

Based at Madison Elementary School in Madison, NY, the director leads all aspects of the Healthy Kids Program Site dedicated to before and after school activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with OCFS, Healthy Kids policies, and host school rules.
  • Direct engaging, hands-on activities including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
  • Manage essential tasks: attendance, registration records, and staffing efforts.
  • Maintain communication with parents and family via the Playground App.
  • Collaborate with direct reports to address daily issues promptly.

Education and Experience Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Two years of college (18 credits in relevant fields) and two years of direct experience, including one year in a supervisory capacity.
  • New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential with required experience.
  • School-Age Child Care Credential or related credential with required experience.
  • Associate’s degree in relevant field with required experience.

Qualifications

  • Medically fit and free of communicable diseases.
  • Warm, friendly, and excellent people skills.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks 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

Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Key skills/competency

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

How to Get Hired at HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Healthy Kids Programs: Understand their mission, culture, and values.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight supervisory childcare and compliance experience.
  • Showcase your skills: Emphasize curriculum and team management strengths.
  • Prepare for interviews: Brush up on real-world childcare challenges.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review childcare compliance regulations.
Study effective attendance tracking systems.
Practice using parent communication apps.
Understand curriculum planning software.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a conflict resolution experience.
Explain teamwork in managing children.
Discuss handling unexpected operational challenges.
Share examples of proactive communication.