After School Program Director

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

Job summary

A prominent childcare provider is seeking a dynamic Director to lead their After School Program. The ideal candidate will oversee operations, ensure compliance with guidelines, and direct engaging activities for children aged 5-13. Candidates must have a relevant degree and experience with school-age children. Benefits include employer-paid childcare, telehealth services, and career development opportunities. This part-time role is located at Dorset Elementary School, offering $18.00 – $20.00 per hour, from 2:45 PM to 5:30 PM.

Benefits

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth Benefits

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid Sick Time Off

On-Demand Pay

Career Development

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum eighteen years old and possess a relevant degree.
• Ten months of direct experience with school-age children.
• Medical clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with state guidelines and policies.
• Direct engaging activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum.
• Maintain attendance and registration records.
• Facilitate communication with parents through the Playground App.

Skills

Exceptional people skills

Ability to work with children

Management skills

Education

BA, BS or associate’s degree

Master’s degree in a youth-related field

Job description

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 Details

Job Status: Part‑Time, Non‑Exempt

Location: Dorset Elementary School, Dorset, VT

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Hours: 2:45 pm – 5:30 pm

Job Consists Of

• 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 facilitate homework completion.
• Managing Like a Boss: Take charge of essential management tasks, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, and ensuring proper staffing levels.
• 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, keeping them informed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues in a timely manner.

Education and Experience

• At least eighteen years old, possess a BA, BS or associate’s degree.
• At least ten months of 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
• A master’s degree in a youth‑related field.

Qualifications

• Medical clearance: fit for all duties and free of communicable diseases, including TB.
• Warm, friendly, supportive, with exceptional people skills for working with children, parents, and staff. Professional, reliable, and punctual.
• Ability to bend, stretch, lift, carry up to 50 lb, and meet the physical demands of working with energetic children.

Part‑time Benefits

• Employer‑paid childcare for school‑age children (ages 5–13) 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

Who We Are

Healthy Kids is a certified benefit corporation and one of the fastest‑growing early‑learning, before‑and‑after‑school, and summer camp program providers in the United States, with over 100 locations. Our mission is to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families, while empowering staff to do what they love.

For more about our culture, visit https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

EEO Statement

Healthy Kids is dedicated to building a workforce that supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as required by federal, state, or local laws. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.