Part Time After School Program Director - Thornton, NH

Innovation-Learnin; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovation-Learnin is seeking a Head Coach for Thornton Central Elementary School in Thornton, NH, delivering safe, engaging after-school programs 12PM-5PM, Monday–Friday, with pay $25-30/hour. You will lead daily operations, supervise staff, build family and school partnerships, and ensure compliance. Ideal candidates have 1+ year leadership in youth settings, strong communication, CPR/First Aid, and a degree in education or related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in education, childcare, youth development, recreation, or related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead staff while actively engaging with children.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Human Services, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily program operations and ensure a positive experience for students.
• Facilitate engaging enrichment, academic support, recreation, and character-building activities.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming program environment.
• Manage student attendance, transitions, and dismissal procedures.
• Supervise and support site staff.
• Provide coaching, training, and ongoing feedback to team members.
• Lead staff meetings and promote a positive team culture.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and school personnel.
• Communicate program updates, successes, and student needs.
• Represent the organization professionally within the school community.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and company policies.
• Maintain accurate program records and documentation.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, and behavioral concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Education/Child Development

Job description

Description

Location: On-Site at School-Based Program - Thornton Central Elementary School, Thornton, NH

Reports To: Area Director

Schedule: Before & After School, School Breaks, and Summer Programs

Monday-Friday: 12PM-5PM

Pay: $25-30/hour, Based on experience and region

Position Overview

The Head Coach serves as the leader of an after-school program site, creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for children. This hands‑on leadership role combines youth development, staff supervision, program operations, and relationship building with families and school partners. The ideal candidate is energetic, organized, and passionate about helping children build confidence, resilience, and life skills.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Lead daily program operations and ensure a positive experience for students.
• Facilitate engaging enrichment, academic support, recreation, and character-building activities.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming program environment.
• Manage student attendance, transitions, and dismissal procedures.

Team Development

• Supervise and support site staff.
• Provide coaching, training, and ongoing feedback to team members.
• Lead staff meetings and promote a positive team culture.

Family & School Partnerships

• Build strong relationships with students, families, and school personnel.
• Communicate program updates, successes, and student needs.
• Represent the organization professionally within the school community.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and company policies.
• Maintain accurate program records and documentation.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, and behavioral concerns.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in education, childcare, youth development, recreation, or a related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead staff while actively engaging with children.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field preferred.

State Requirements:

In accordance to New Hampshire licensing, all candidates must be at least 20 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one of the following:

• A minimum of an Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university in related coursework
• Written documentation from the state indicating eligibility to be a Site Director in a school aged program
• Certification of successful completion of training as a Recreation Director AND 1,000 hours of experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility or school
• 12 credits or more in child development, education, recreation or related coursework AND 1,000 hours of experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility or school
• Certification as an educator by the Dept. of Education

Physical Requirements

• Ability to actively participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout program hours.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
• Lead a team dedicated to youth development and resilience.
• Gain leadership experience in a growing organization.
• Work in a fun, energetic, and supportive environment.