CHILD CARE DIRECTOR - DIRECTOR PART TIME

Columbia Association; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 22,041 - 31,891; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CA membership

401K contributions

Discounts on programs and classes

Wellness benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

A community service organization in Columbia, Maryland is seeking a part-time Child Care, Before and After School Director. This role involves implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, supervising staff, and maintaining a safe environment for children. The position offers a competitive pay range of $16.00 to $23.15 per hour along with benefits such as a free fitness membership and 401K contributions. Positions are available for morning and afternoon shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in child care settings.
• Strong communication skills with families and children.
• Ability to implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum and lesson plans for children.
• Maintain a healthy, safe environment.
• Supervise and train program aides and teachers.

Job description

Columbia Association, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is known for engaging our diverse community, cultivating a unique sense of place, and enhancing the quality of life in Columbia, Maryland, all thanks to the efforts of our remarkable team members. If you share in our passion for teamwork and our vision, we want you to fast-forward your career with us at Columbia Association.

Child Care, Before and After School Director - Part Time

Columbia Association’s School Age Services program operates before and after school care in 20 elementary schools in Howard County.

We are seeking program aides and MSDE School Age Qualified Directors.

Responsibilities include implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and weekly lesson plans meeting the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of children. Other duties include assisting with cleaning and maintaining a healthy, safe environment, and promoting positive, open communication with families, children, and staff and supervises, trains and counsels Teachers, Assistant Teachers and Program Aides.

The position is for the school year that begins in August 2025 thru June 2026

Open positions include morning shifts (6:45am - 9:15 am) and afternoon shifts (3:00pm - 6:00 pm) and will end the last day of school in June 2026.

Positions are part-time that offers great benefits, including free CA membership, 401K contributions, and discounts on our CA programs and classes.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 to $23.15/per hour. The actual pay rate offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant for the position and the amount budgeted for the role. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Part-time benefits include a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/Perks and some paid leave. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave.

Columbia Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. EOE/ADA. We encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization. Over and above non-discrimination, CA’s mission includes engaging our diverse community and meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic and inclusive community. That’s why we welcome folks of diverse or marginalized backgrounds and abilities to apply to become part of the CA team.