School-Age Childcare Assistant Site Director – Before & After School

Healthy-Kids-Extended-Day-Program; Newton (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 25.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Employer-paid childcare

Telehealth access

Vision & dental coverage

401(k) for eligible employees

Paid sick time

On-demand pay

Career development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a part-time School-Age Childcare Assistant Site Director at Marian E. McKeown Elementary School in Newton, NJ for the 2026–2027 school year.

The role supports morning and/or afternoon programs, aligned with the school calendar, 7:00–8:15 am and 3:00–6:00 pm slots. Responsibilities include assisting the Site Director, coordinating staff, ensuring safety and licensing compliance, and communicating with families to foster a nurturing, organized environment.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years experience with children in school, childcare, camp, or youth program setting.
• Some lead/supervisory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with before- and after-school program environments is 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.

Aufgaben

• Assist Site Director in overseeing before- and after-school programs.
• Support staff scheduling and daily classroom operations.
• Ensure safety, engagement, and adherence to licensing requirements.
• Communicate with families to build positive relationships and trust.

Kenntnisse

Love working with children

Calm, flexible, patient

Team communication with families

Reliability and organization

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Location

Marian E. McKeown Elementary School in Newton, NJ

Pay

$17.00 - $18.00per hour

Schedule

Follows the school calendar

Morning Program: 7:00 - 8:15 am

Afternoon Program: 3:00 - 6:00 pm

Opportunities available for morning, afternoon, or both programs.

Job Status

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Job Overview

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring a School-Age Childcare Assistant Site Director for our Before and After School Programs at our Marian E. McKeown Elementary 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 5–12) 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 Programs’ 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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or early childhood coursework preferred
• 1–3 years of experience working with children in a school, childcare, camp, or youth program setting
• Some experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred
• 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 Excel 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.