After School Program Director

Healthy Kids Programs; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare organization is seeking a Director for their After School Program. The role involves leading activities, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and maintaining communication with parents. Applicants should have a relevant degree and experience with school-age children. This part-time position comes with benefits such as employer-paid childcare and health insurance. Join a mission-driven team creating accessible childcare experiences for families in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Employer Paid Childcare

Telehealth Benefits

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) plan for eligible employees

Paid Sick Time Off

Career Development

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 with relevant educational qualifications.
• At least ten months direct work experience with school-age children.
• Medically fit for job duties.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff and program compliance with guidelines.
• Direct activities based on Healthy Kids Curriculum.
• Maintain attendance and registration records.
• Communicate regularly with parents and family members.
• Work collaboratively to provide quality care.

Skills

Exceptional people skills

Ability to engage with children

Team collaboration

Communication with parents

Education

BA, BS or Associates degree

Vermont On-the-Job Training certificate

Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential

Vermont Teacher Licensure

Job description

Job Overview

Healthy Kids Programs is on the lookout for a dynamic Director to lead our After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year. As the Director, you’ll be the driving force behind every aspect of the operation of the Healthy Kids Program Site.

Job Status: Part‑Time, Non‑Exempt

Location: Manchester Elementary School in Manchester Center, VT

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Hours: 2:45 - 5:30 pm

Responsibilities

• Guiding Compliance: Ensure that both staff and program adhere to state guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules set by our host school.
• Bringing the Fun: Direct engaging hands‑on activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. Also, oversee homework completion – you’ll be the ultimate homework hero!
• Managing Like a Boss: Take charge of essential management tasks, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, and ensuring proper staffing levels to keep the program running smoothly.
• Keeping Everyone in the Loop: Maintain open lines of communication with parents and family members through the Playground App.
• Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively and regularly with your direct report, ensuring they’re up to speed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues that arise in a timely manner. By working together as a cohesive team, we’ll provide the highest quality of care, foster a positive working environment, and proactively tackle any challenges that come our way.

Education and Experience

• Be at least eighteen years of age, possess a BA, BS or Associates degree, and have one of the following:
• At least ten months direct work experience with school‑age children OR
• Vermont On‑the‑Job Training certificate OR
• Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential OR
• Vermont Program Director Credential OR
• Vermont Teacher Licensure OR
• Master’s Degree in a youth‑related field

Qualifications

• Medically fit to perform all job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB.
• Warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills with kiddos, parents, and team members, and professional, reliable, and always prompt.
• Physically capable of bending, stretching, lifting, carrying (up to 50 lbs.), and otherwise keeping up with energetic kids.

Part‑time Benefits

• Employer Paid Childcare – available for school‑age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on days you work.
• Telehealth Benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• AFLAC Supplemental Plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid Sick Time Off
• On‑Demand Pay
• Career Development
• Growth Opportunities

About Healthy Kids

We are Inc. 5,000’s fastest‑growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. A certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families, we create opportunities for our team to do what they love and feel valued while doing it. Our programs empower working families, create a safe and nurturing environment, and ensure every child has a foundation for a bright future. Join our award‑winning community and dive into excitement, growth, and endless possibilities.

More Information

Check out what it’s like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit healthykidsprograms.com