Childcare Site Director – Before & After School
Description
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Childcare Site Director for their Before and After School Program at Park Elementary School in Columbia, PA for the 2026–2027 school year. The position offers a flexible schedule and employer-paid childcare benefits.
About the role
If you enjoy working with children, leading engaging activities, and being part of a supportive team, this role could be perfect for you. You will help create a safe and fun environment where kids can grow and thrive.
Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with PA DHS/OCDEL school-age regulations
- Maintain child and staff files, attendance records, and required documentation onsite
- Lead engaging activities (STEAM, fitness, academics, arts, homework support)
- Actively supervise children and staff, including playground oversight
- Maintain safe staff-to-child ratios and strong behavior management
- Serve as liaison between families, school administration, and the Healthy Kids main office
- Communicate clearly and professionally using the Playground App
Requirements
- Education and Experience:
- Candidates may qualify with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or the human services field plus 1 year of experience working with children under 13.
- A Bachelor's Degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or the human services field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13.
- An Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or the human services field plus 3 years of experience working with children under 13.
- An Associate's Degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or the human services field plus 4 years of experience working with children under 13.
- Qualifications:
- Pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks
- Be medically fit to perform job duties which includes a clear TB test
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
Featured Benefit
Employer-Paid Childcare
Who Thrives in This Role?
Experienced childcare professionals ready to lead, education majors and future teachers, parents seeking school-aligned hours, retirees with childcare or education experience.
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.
About Us
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.
Hiring Decisions
Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.