Childcare Site Director - Before & After School
Description
Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a dynamic Director to lead their Before & After School Program and Preschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year. The Director will oversee both programs and ensure a high-quality experience for children, families, and staff.
Location
Mary Raber Montessori School in Columbia City, IN
Job Status
Part-time, Non-Exempt
Pay
$20.00 per hour
Schedule
Split Shift
Morning Program: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM
Afternoon Program: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Featured Benefit
Employer-Paid Childcare
Key Responsibilities
- Program Compliance: Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
- Program Leadership: Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
- Program Management: Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
- Family Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
- Team Collaboration: Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.
Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum age requirement of twenty-one (21) years
- High school diploma or GED required, or equivalent qualifying documentation
- Education And Experience:
- Candidates must meet ONE of the following qualification options:
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or elementary education
- Bachelor’s degree + 15 credit hours in early childhood-related coursework
- Associate degree in early childhood + 3 years experience
- Additional Requirements:
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including experience interacting with families and supporting parent engagement
- Ability to support community outreach initiatives to promote programs and engage prospective families
- Maintains professionalism, reliability, and punctuality, while modeling enthusiasm, positivity, and a can-do attitude
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, stretching, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children
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.
Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?
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.
About Us
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.