Childcare Site Director - After School

Description LOCATION: Blue Ridge Elementary School in Ararat, VA PAY: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour, based on experience Schedule: Follows the school calendar Afternoon Program: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt Do you love working with kids? Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Childcare Site Director for our After School Programs at Blue Ridge Elementary School in Ararat, VA for the 2026–2027 school year. Key Success Characteristics Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiencesBrings energy, kindness, and patience to each dayEnjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidenceWorks well with teammates and communicates effectively with familiesReliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care Who Thrives In This Role This position is especially well-suited for: Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school dayEducation majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom managementRetirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community If you enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and being part of a mission-driven team, you’ll feel right at home. Position Responsibilities Facilitate hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion.Provide a safe, healthy, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program.Observe state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies.Support program operations, which may include attendance records, registration, and staffing responsibilities. Requirements Qualifications: Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age Education And Experience Requirements Candidate must meet one Virginia-approved qualification pathway: Graduate degree in a child-related field (e.g., education, child development, nursing, recreation) with a minimum six (6) months of programmatic experienceBachelor’s degree or endorsement in a child-related field with a minimum one (1) year of programmatic experienceForty-eight (48) semester hours or seventy-two (72) quarter hours from an accredited college or university, including at least twelve (12) semester hours or eighteen (18) quarter hours in child-related subjects, and a minimum one (1) year of programmatic experienceMinimum two (2) years of programmatic experience, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory role PLUS One Of The Following One-year early childhood certificate consisting of at least thirty (30) semester hoursChild Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalentCertification from a recognized Montessori organization Management Requirements Management experience is defined as at least six (6) months in an administrative role involving supervising, orienting, training, and scheduling staff, OR completion of one of the following: one college-level business course, ten (10) clock hours of management training, or one child care management course covering planning, budgeting, staffing, and monitoring Employment Screening Requirements Must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings required by Virginia state regulations Preferred Qualifications Current pediatric CPR/First Aid certification Part-time 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 usTelehealth, vision, and dental coverageAFLAC supplemental plans401(k) for eligible employeesPaid sick timeOn-demand pay – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibilityCareer 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. 5000's fastest-growing organizations, we provide Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs at more than 150 locations. As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable while creating meaningful opportunities for children, families, and our team members. Learn more about our team and culture: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.