School-Age Care Director: Lead, Mentor & Inspire

Associated-Recreation-Council; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid premiums for health

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care Account

Employer Student Loan Contribution

ARC Sick & Safe (sick time)

Paid Time Off (vacation)

12 paid holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), seeks a dynamic School-Age Care Director to lead a licensed program for children ages 5-12 in Seattle, WA. You will supervise staff, ensure WAC compliance, and collaborate with SPR and SPS to deliver safe, engaging programming.

This full-time, year‑round role at Queen Anne Community Center emphasizes inclusive leadership, family engagement, and developmentally appropriate activities, with a schedule

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Has 45 college credits in 100-level or above coursework as approved and verified in the DCYF MERIT system.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with school-age children.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience.
• Must meet or obtain DCYF licensing requirements prior to working in the program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the licensed school-age care program, ensuring compliance with all WAC regulations and safety protocols.
• Directly supervise, mentor, and evaluate program staff; provide ongoing coaching and professional development.
• Manage scheduling, budgeting, staff coordination, and parent communication.
• Create an engaging social and emotional learning environment for ages 5-12.
• Foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for staff and families, respecting cultural and linguistic differences.
• Build partnerships with families and community stakeholders.
• Promote a positive team culture through collaboration and clear communication.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Program coordination

Family engagement

Education

45 college credits (100-level or above)

Job description

The Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), seeks a dynamic School-Age Care Director to lead a licensed program for children ages 5-12 in Seattle, WA. You will supervise staff, ensure WAC compliance, and collaborate with SPR and SPS to deliver safe, engaging programming.

This full-time, year‑round role at Queen Anne Community Center emphasizes inclusive leadership, family engagement, and developmentally appropriate activities, with a schedule