After School Program Director

ZipRecruiter; Burlington; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused childcare provider is seeking a Director for their After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year in Burlington. This part-time role involves guiding compliance, managing activities, and fostering effective communication with parents. Candidates should possess relevant educational qualifications and preferably have direct experience with children. Attractive perks include employer-paid childcare and various insurance benefits.

Benefits

Employer-paid school childcare (ages 5–13)

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

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old with relevant educational qualifications.
• Direct work experience with school children is preferred.
• Medical clearance to perform job duties is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with state guidelines and Healthy Kids policies.
• Direct hands-on activities and ensure homework completion.
• Maintain accurate attendance and registration records.

Skills

Strong people skills

Ability to manage staff

Effective communication

Education

BA or BS or Associate degree

Master’s Degree in a youth-related field

Job description

Overview

WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. 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. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

We're on the lookout for a dynamic Director to lead our After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year at Fletcher Elementary School in Cambridge, VT. 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

Schedule: 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour plus our new employer paid childcare benefit

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. Ensure homework completion as part of the program.
• 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 with your direct report to keep them updated on daily occurrences and address any issues promptly. Work as a cohesive team to provide high-quality care and a positive working environment.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Be at least eighteen years old, possess a BA, BS or Associate degree, and have one of the following:
• At least ten months direct work experience with school 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

Additional Qualifications:

• You’ve got medical clearance to perform all job duties (including being free of communicable diseases such as TB).
• You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat with strong people skills for interactions with kiddos, parents, and team members. Professional, reliable, and punctual.
• You can bend, stretch, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed to keep up with energetic kiddos.

Part-Time Perks

• Employer-paid school childcare (ages 5–13): We fully cover the cost of childcare inside a Healthy Kids program during your work hours.
• Telehealth Benefits: Access to virtual care
• Vision Insurance: Coverage to support your long-term vision
• Dental Insurance: Dental coverage for ongoing health
• AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Supplemental coverage for added peace of mind
• 401(k) for eligible employees: Retirement savings option
• Paid Sick Time Off: Health and well-being support
• On-Demand Pay: Access to earned wages when needed
• Career Development: Opportunities to grow professionally
• Growth Opportunities: We’re expanding and want you to grow with us

EEO and Policy: Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports all individuals. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com