Child Care Site Leader

Anoka - Hennepin School District; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) plan

First Aid/CPR certification provided

CPI certification provided

Job summary

Anoka-Hennepin School District's Adventures Plus program is seeking a Child Care Site Leader to plan, organize, and lead daily activities for before- and after-school care.

You'll supervise Child Care Assistants, ensure safety, and promote an inclusive environment for all students while coordinating with Site Leaders and school staff. This role offers full-time hours with district-wide flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with large groups, planning and leading activities.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus one of: AA in child-related area or CDA.
• And 1 year (2,080 hours) of experience with children OR 24 credits and 2 years (4,160 hours) of experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead enriching activities during AM and PM hours.
• Supervise daily program operations and maintain staff-to-child ratios.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, volunteers, and interns; participate in evaluations.
• Train and implement health, safety, and behavior support plans.
• Foster inclusive environment and respond to behavioral escalations.
• Deliver excellent customer service to children and families; maintain site records.
• Coordinate with Site Leaders and school staff for seamless operations.

Skills

Staff supervision

Activity planning

Program leadership

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree in child-related area

CDA

Job description

Anoka-Hennepin Schools Community Ed Adventures Plus is hiring Child Care Site Leaders for the 2026–2027 school year! The Child Care Site Leader is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading daily activities for school-age children in a before and after-school care setting. This position supervises Child Care Assistant staff, ensures program safety, implements inclusion strategies, and promotes an engaging and supportive environment for all students.

Your Role Will Include:

• Planning, organizing, and leading enriching, age-appropriate activities during AM and PM program hours, adapting as needed to ensure full participation by all children.
• Supervising daily program operations, maintaining staff-to-child ratios, ensuring child safety and accountability on and off-site, and communicating staffing needs to the Site Coordinator.
• Providing leadership and mentorship to Child Care Assistants, Special Needs Child Care Assistants, volunteers, and interns, including training, performance feedback, and participating in goal setting and evaluations.
• Implementing and training staff on site-standard accommodations, health and safety plans, and behavior support strategies aligned with Adventures Plus and Anoka‑Hennepin School District policies.
• Supporting staff in responding to student behavior, assisting with escalated situations, and adjusting strategies to promote a positive, inclusive environment.
• Delivering exceptional customer service by welcoming children and families daily and fostering a culture of respect for diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Maintaining accurate site records, assisting with paperwork, and ensuring smooth site organization and administrative processes.
• Collaborating with Site Leaders, Site Coordinators, and school staff to ensure seamless operations during school days, non‑school days, and summer programming. Participating in staff meetings, required training, and ongoing professional development to support continuous improvement. Performing additional duties as assigned to support the success of the program and child development goals.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with students in large group settings, planning and leading activities, and experience providing work direction and support to staff.

• High school diploma or equivalent PLUS one of the following:

• AA degree (60 college credits) in a child‑related area, OR

• Child Development Associate (CDA)

• AND

• 1 year (2,080 hours) of consistent experience working with children, OR

• 24 credits and 2 years (4,160 hours) of experience working with children.

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting at $21.03/hour.
• PTO, health, dental, 403b.
• First Aid/CPR Certification (required within 90 days of hire; training provided by Adventures Plus at no cost).
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Certification (required within 90 days of hire; training provided).

Location & Shift Times:

• District Wide (hours vary by location).
• FT or PT position, 260 days/year, 6-hour or 8-hour shift.
• Monday–Friday split shift (AM and PM program hours).