Healthy Kids Programs · 20 hours ago
Before and After School Program Director (School-Age Childcare)
Salem,NJ,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$18/hr - $20/hr
5+ years expHealthy Kids Programs is seeking an experienced and motivated Program Site Director to oversee their Before and After School Program for the 2025–2026 school year. In this role, you will lead daily operations at a Healthy Kids Program site, ensuring a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for students, families, and staff.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Recruit, supervise, train, and develop a high-performing site team
Oversee daily operations in compliance with New Jersey State childcare, before/after school, and summer camp regulations
Implement Healthy Kids Best Practices and Curriculum aligned with the “Consistent Excellence” philosophy
Maintain a warm, safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for students
Promote proactive classroom management and positive problem-solving strategies
Communicate professionally and consistently with parents, staff, and partners
Monitor staff performance, provide feedback, and support professional growth
Collaborate with Regional and Executive leadership to strengthen site operations
Attend leadership meetings (virtual and in person, as required)
Communicate organizational policies, priorities, and budget expectations to staff
Manage site staffing and payroll efficiently
Partner with Registration to ensure all required student documentation is complete
Coordinate with Marketing to provide accurate program information for web and social media
Maintain strong relationships with school administrators, custodial staff, DCF, and Childcare Councils
Support enrollment growth and assist with new program launches as opportunities arise
Serve as a liaison between families, staff, and internal departments
Enforce the company’s Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, and all state guidelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field strongly preferred
Five (5) years of professional experience working with children ages 5–13
Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in a child care, education, or youth-serving organization
Experience supervising staff, managing performance, and supporting consistent program operations
Strong administrative and organizational skills in a service-oriented environment
Experience using registration, enrollment, and attendance management systems
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
Excellent customer service and parent engagement skills
Proven ability to build, mentor, and retain strong teams
Understanding of staffing models, payroll management, and operational expenses
Ability to pass all required background checks in accordance with NJ state requirements
Must meet all NJ DCF health requirements and be able to perform essential job functions
Professional, reliable, organized, and confident with a warm leadership presence
Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
Preferred
Knowledge of New Jersey State Child Care licensing regulations preferred; ability to quickly learn and apply requirements
Benefits
Employer-Paid Childcare for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on scheduled workdays
Telehealth benefits
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
AFLAC supplemental insurance plans
401(k) plan for eligible employees
Paid sick time
On-Demand pay
Career development and training opportunities
Advancement and growth opportunities
Company
Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase