School Age Childcare Area Director

About the Role

The Area Director is responsible for the successful operation of multiple Healthy Kids Programs after-school locations. You will support Site Directors, ensure programs are staffed appropriately, maintain compliance with state licensing requirements, monitor program quality, and build strong partnerships with school leaders. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and energized by being visible in the field, supporting teams, and creating solutions. You will help ensure children have a safe, engaging, and positive experience during their after-school hours.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Area Directors:

• Staffing – Sites are fully staffed each day with proactive scheduling and strong team support. Coverage needs are addressed before they impact children, families, or staff.
• Program Quality – Programs provide engaging, consistent experiences for children. Site Directors and staff receive regular coaching and support.
• Compliance – Programs maintain all required state licensing standards. Records, certifications, and safety requirements remain current.
• Enrollment – Programs meet enrollment goals. Families have positive experiences that encourage continued participation.
• School Partnerships – Principals and school staff view Healthy Kids Programs as a reliable, responsive partner. Building-level concerns are addressed quickly and professionally.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Associate's degree with 2–3 years of supervisory experience.
• Background in childcare, youth development, K–12 education, or a similar environment.
• Experience managing and controlling staff schedules and daily operational coverage across multiple locations.
• Comfort working directly with school administrators and building staff.
• Familiarity with state childcare licensing requirements a plus.
• Must pass a full background check including fingerprinting and reference checks.

Key HK Executive Skills — Bringing Your “A-Game” Means You Excel in All Three:

• Relationship with your job: Focus on results, not excuses. Purpose driven.
• Relationship with others: Motivating, positivity, leadership.
• How you handle yourself: Empathy, professionalism, G-rated work environment.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for school-age children 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 – Access a portion of your earned wages before your scheduled payday.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

Pay & Schedule

• Pay: $22.00 per hour
• Schedule: Part-time, year-round leadership role with a flexible Monday–Friday schedule, generally scheduled between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Territory: Southern and Central New Hampshire (including Rockingham, Hillsborough, Cheshire, and Sullivan County areas)
• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel between sites.