After-School Program Director (School-Age) — VT

Healthy Kids Programs; Dorset (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid childcare for school-age

Telehealth, vision, and dental

AFLAC supplemental plans

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid sick time

On-demand pay – access earned wages

Career development and growth

Job summary

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking an After School Childcare Program Director for our licensed school-age childcare program in West Pawlet, VT. This site-leadership role drives program quality, staff coaching, and compliance with VT DCF licensing in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

The role requires 18+ years old, an associate degree or higher, and meeting VT DCF leadership requirements. Prior leadership experience in school-age programs is highly valued; employer-paid childcare is

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Associate’s degree or higher.
• Ability to meet Vermont DCF school-age program leadership requirements.
• Must meet ONE of the following credentials: Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential, Vermont Program Director Credential, Vermont Teacher Licensure, Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate, or Master’s degree in a youth-related field.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Support engaging after school programming for school-age children.
• Staffing & Operations: Coach and support Site staff in daily program operations and maintain safe, inclusive environments.
• Licensing & Compliance: Ensure Vermont DCF licensing requirements and Healthy Kids policies are followed; maintain documentation and readiness.
• Family & Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with families and school partners and support enrollment and communication.

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Vermont Afterschool Professional 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 an After School Childcare Program Director for our licensed school-age childcare program in West Pawlet, VT. This site-leadership role drives program quality, staff coaching, and compliance with VT DCF licensing in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

The role requires 18+ years old, an associate degree or higher, and meeting VT DCF leadership requirements. Prior leadership experience in school-age programs is highly valued; employer-paid childcare is