Childcare Site Director – After School

Healthy Kids Programs · Salamanca, NY · Today

On-siteEducation$17/hrPart-time

Location: Ellicottville Elementary School in Ellicottville, NY

Part-Time | 29–30 hours/week | $17/hour | Year-Round Position (School-Year After School Programs + Summer Camp)

About the Role

Healthy Kids Programs is looking for an energetic and passionate leader to oversee all aspects of our after school program, as well as the summer camp program, ensuring high-quality care and a positive experience for children, families, and staff.

Summer hours will vary between 7am and 3pm based on camp programming hours. Required School-Year On-Site Hours: 2:45pm - 6:00pm Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.

Requirements

Candidates may qualify with any of the following:

Associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or related field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
Two years of college with 18 credits in a related field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
NY State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus 2 years of relevant experience.
School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential plus 2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

You have medical clearance to perform all job duties and are free from communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
You bring a warm, friendly, and positive attitude, with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members. You are professional, dependable, and punctual.
You are able to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children.

Benefits

Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us.
Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage.
AFLAC supplemental plans.
401(k) for eligible employees.
Paid sick time.
On-demand pay.
Career development and growth opportunities.

About Healthy Kids Programs

Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.

At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work.