Pre-K Childcare Site Director – Before & After School

Healthy Kids Programs; Elmer (NJ); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth, vision, and dental

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid sick time

On-demand pay

Descripción de la vacante

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Pre-K Childcare Site Director for our Elsinboro Township School location for the 2026–2027 school year. The role is part-time and non-exempt, with programs available morning and/or afternoon, aligned to the school calendar.

You will lead the before- and after-school program, manage staff, and ensure a safe, engaging environment for children aged 3–12. This is ideal for education majors, current teachers, or those seeking hands-on leadership in a mission-driven

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferably Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or similar).
• 1–3 years of experience working with children in school, childcare, camp, or youth program setting.
• 1 year of managerial or supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with before- and after-school program environments is a plus.
• Knowledge of state childcare licensing or school-age care regulations is helpful but not required.
• Calm, flexible, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to pass required background and fingerprint clearances.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the before- and after-school program at Elsinboro Township School.
• Ensure program quality, safety, and appropriate staffing at all times.
• Collaborate with families and school staff to support student growth.

Conocimientos

Childcare experience

Supervisory experience

Before/after-school programs

Licensing knowledge

Calm, adaptable, resourceful

Background checks

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Early childhood education or related field

Descripción del empleo

Description

Elsinboro Township School in Salem, NJ

LOCATION: Elsinboro Township School in Salem, NJ
PAY: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
SCHEDULE: Follows the school calendar
Morning Program: 7:00 - 9:00 am
Afternoon Program: 2:45 - 5:45 pm
JOB STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Opportunities available for morning, afternoon, or both programs.

Do you love working with kids?

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a Pre-K Childcare Site Director for our Before and After School Programs at our Elsinboro Township School location for the 2026–2027 school year.

Key Success Characteristics

• Loves working with children and helping them learn through play and positive experiences
• Brings energy, kindness, and patience to each day
• Enjoys encouraging children's curiosity, creativity, and confidence
• Works well with teammates and communicates effectively with families
• Reliable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional care

Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare

Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 3–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care.

Who Thrives In This Role

This position is especially well-suited for:

• Parents seeking a schedule that aligns with the school day
• Education majors or future teachers looking for hands-on experience with children and classroom management
• Retirees who enjoy staying active, mentoring children, and giving back to the community

If you enjoy building relationships, supporting student growth, and being part of a mission-driven team, you’ll feel right at home.

What Success Looks Like

• Program Quality: Kids are engaged, safe, and having fun every day; the program reflects Healthy Kids Program’s model and families consistently choose to re-enroll
• Staffing: The site is fully staffed every day; teachers are prepared, supported, and showing up for the kids
• Compliance: The site operates in ratio at all times; records are accurate and current; the program is ready for inspection on any given day
• Inventory: The site is well-stocked with the supplies and materials teachers need; nothing runs out mid-week; restocking happens before it becomes a problem

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience working with children in a school, childcare, camp, or youth program setting
• 1 year of managerial or supervisory experience
• Familiarity with before- and after-school program environments a plus
• Knowledge of state childcare licensing or school-age care regulations helpful but not required
• Calm, flexible, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to pass required background and fingerprint clearances.

Key Healthy Kids Executive Skills — Bringing Your “A-Game” Means You Excels in All Three:

• Relationship with your job: Focus on results, not excuses. Purpose driven.
• Relationship with others: Motivating, positivity, leadership.
• How you handle yourself: Empathy, professionalism, G-rated work environment.

Part-Time Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for children (ages 3–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
• Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) for eligible employees
• Paid sick time
• On-demand pay – access earned wages before your scheduled payday for added financial flexibility
• Career development and growth opportunities

Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?

We are a Certified Benefit Corporation operating before- and after-school care and summer camps in partnership with school districts across 14+ states. Our mission is to give every child access to safe, enriching, high-quality programming — and our people are how that happens.

Learn more about our team and culture:

https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus

Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.