After-School Program Director (School-Age Leader)

Socket.dev; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth, vision, and dental

AFLAC supplemental plans

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid sick time

On-demand pay

Career development and growth

Job summary

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a Part-time After School Childcare Program Director to lead our licensed school-age childcare program in West Pawlet, VT. You will supervise site teams, ensure program quality, and maintain compliance with Vermont DCF licensing while delivering safe, engaging environments for children and families.

This role emphasizes leadership and hands-on work with children, with employer-paid childcare during work hours, a mission-driven team, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Associate’s degree or higher required.
• Ability to meet Vermont DCF school-age program leadership requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support engaging after school programming for school-age children.
• Coach and support Site staff in daily program operations.
• Maintain safe, inclusive, and structured environments.
• Provide on-site coverage to maintain required ratios.
• Support scheduling, onboarding, and daily staffing needs.
• Build strong relationships with families and school partners.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Teamwork

Communication

Program management

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Vermont Afterschool Credential

Vermont Program Director Credential

Vermont Teacher Licensure

Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate

Master’s degree in a youth-related field

Job description

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a Part-time After School Childcare Program Director to lead our licensed school-age childcare program in West Pawlet, VT. You will supervise site teams, ensure program quality, and maintain compliance with Vermont DCF licensing while delivering safe, engaging environments for children and families.

This role emphasizes leadership and hands-on work with children, with employer-paid childcare during work hours, a mission-driven team, and opportunities for