Before and After School Program Manager in Training 2026 - 2027 School Year

Justforkidsonline; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive hourly rate

Bonuses for performance/attendance/ref

Child care discount

Paid sick time

401(k) plan

Job summary

Just for Kids is seeking a Program Manager in Training for our multiple Buffalo-area locations. This entry-level role shadows and supports the Program Manager to build management skills for future leadership in our before/after school and summer programs.

Responsibilities include assisting with program development, staff supervision, and OCFS compliance, with training hours and certifications emphasized. Flexible scheduling and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• 2 years of childcare experience required.
• 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree; Childhood Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with program development and site organization.
• Provide age-appropriate activities and model staff conduct.
• Support OCFS compliance requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children, families, and staff.
• Observe and communicate with families and school personnel daily.
• Obtain 15 hours of training within six months and 30 hours every two years.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Skills

Childcare experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education

18 college credits in education-related courses

Job description

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Before and After School Program Manager in Training 2026 - 2027 School Year
Multiple Locations

Just for Kids, awarded Employer of the Year by Buffalo State and the University at Buffalo, is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated Program Manager in Training at our various locations and districts. We are seeking an individual who has a passion for working with today’s youth and whose everyday priorities align with Just for Kids core values: to provide an engaging, enriching, and safe out of school experience.

Company Information

Just for Kids is a community-centered non-profit organization that offers before and after school and summer programming in the Amherst, Cheektowaga Central, Cheektowaga Sloan, Cleveland Hill (Cheektowaga), Grand Island, Sweet Home, and Williamsville Central School Districts. We also offer programming at The Park School of Buffalo, Saints Peter and Paul School in Hamburg, St. Benedict School in Amherst, St. Mary's School in Swormville, and Nardin Academy in Buffalo.

Position Summary:

Acting as a manager-in-residence, develop knowledge, skills and abilities needed to work in a management capacity, by shadowing and supporting the Program Manager in all program capacities.

Responsibilities Include:

Program Development

Assist the Program Manager with organization and structure of the site

Implement age-appropriate daily activities with youth; model appropriate activities to staff

Provide support and assistance to enrichment curriculum related tasks

Assist Program Manager with OCFS compliance requirements

Build knowledge of Just for Kids quality programming expectations

Staff Management

Supervise and assist staff as needed, taking an active role working with youth

Assist Program Managers in maintaining staff compliance with Just for Kids policies

Recordkeeping

Uphold confidentiality of information with regard to children and families, other staff, District operations, and the Just for Kids program at large

Observe Program Managers role with daily communication with participating families, staff and school personnel

Ongoing Training and OCFS requirements

Obtain 15 hours of training within first six months and 30 hours every two years

Maintain current CPR and First Aid Certifications

Any other duties specified by the Program Manager and Just for Kids School Age Program administration

Schedule

Before and After school programs follow the District/School calendar, Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 8:45am & 1:45pm - 6:00pm, plus 1 hour of planning each week school is in session. Both Before and Afterschool and Afternoon only positions are available.

• Flexible Work Schedules - No Nights or Weekends!
• Competitive hourly rate
• Performance, Attendance, and Referral Bonuses
• Free Child Care through the Just for Kids School-Age Program Discount
• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) Plan

Recognition

Just for Kids takes pride in the services we offer the community and our staff. We have won multiple awards for our childcare services and the manner in which we treat our staff.

• WNY Child Care Action Team – Empire Award for Child Care Excellence (2025)
• Buffalo Business First – Best Places to Work Finalist – (2015, 2019, 2023)
• Network for Youth Success – Quality Leadership Award (2022)
• Child Care Provider of the Year, Child Care Resource Network (2015)
• Employer of the Year – Buffalo State (2012) + University at Buffalo (2015)
• UB Nonprofit Internship Site of the Year (2015)

Requirements

Experience and Education: 2 years of experience working in childcare and 1-year supervisory experience preferred. 18 credits of education related course. Bachelor's degree; major in Childhood Education is preferred. Preferred current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Requirements:

Before employees are eligible to start working, they must be cleared through NYS OCFS. This includes the completion of several background checks, medical clearance, and fingerprinting.

Regular and predictable attendance

Physical Requirements:

This position is very active and requires walking, bending, kneeling, running, twisting and squatting. This position includes prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending. Generally, must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at a time.