childcare program manager

Healthy Kids Extended Day Program

<div>Description:

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a passionate and organized early childhood professional to join our team as a Director / Lead Teacher for our Before and/or After School Pre-K program at Kendall Elementary School in Kendall, NY
In this role, you&rsquo;ll combine leadership and teaching, helping guide a high-quality early childhood program while supporting children&rsquo;s development through engaging learning experiences. If you enjoy mentoring staff, partnering with families, and creating a nurturing classroom environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with one of the fastest-growing childcare organizations in the country.
LOCATION: Kendall Elementary School in Kendall, NY
Schedule: Split Shift
Morning Program: 6:30 AM &ndash; 8:30 AM 
Afternoon Program: 2:15 PM &ndash; 6:00 PM
Pay: $17.00 &ndash; $20.00 per hour 
Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare
Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 4&ndash;13) enrolled in 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.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Program Compliance: Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.</li><li>
Program Leadership: Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.</li><li>
Program Management: Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.</li><li>
Family Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.</li><li>
Team Collaboration: Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment. Together, you will ensure high-quality care, strong staff morale, and proactive problem-solving.</li></ul>
Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must meet one of the following:<ul><li>
A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with at least 12 credits in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, plus one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience in an early childhood setting</li><li>
An Associate&rsquo;s degree in early childhood education or a related field with a plan of study toward a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or a New York State Children&rsquo;s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience</li><li>
A New York State Children&rsquo;s Program Administrator Credential with one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience</li><li>
A Child Development Associate (CDA) or other office-recognized credential, with a plan of study toward a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or a New York State Children&rsquo;s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience.</li></ul>
QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>
Must be willing and able to pass NYS OCFS background check</li><li>
Medically cleared to perform all job duties</li><li>
Strong leadership and communication skills</li><li>
Friendly, professional, reliable, and team-oriented</li><li>
Able to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs.</li><li>
You're able to lead and motivate a team and have a commitment to providing quality childcare.</li></ul>
PART-TIME BENEFITS:<ul><li>
Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5&ndash;13) enrolled in our program, available only on the days you are working with us</li><li>
Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage</li><li>
AFLAC supplemental plans</li><li>
401(k) for eligible employees</li><li>
Paid sick time</li><li>
On-demand pay</li><li>
Career development and growth opportunities</li></ul>
About Healthy Kids Programs 
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We&rsquo;re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000&rsquo;s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today&rsquo;s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
Why Join Healthy Kids Programs? 
At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work. If you are passionate about working with children and making a difference, Healthy Kids Programs is the place to build your career.
Learn more about working with us: 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.</div>

Pre-K Director and Lead Teacher – Before & After School

<div>Description:

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a passionate and organized early childhood professional to join our team as a Director/Lead Teacher for our Before and/or After School Pre-K program at Woestina Elementary School in Rotterdam Junction, NY. 
In this role, you&rsquo;ll combine leadership and teaching, helping guide a high-quality early childhood program while supporting children&rsquo;s development through engaging learning experiences. If you enjoy mentoring staff, partnering with families, and creating a nurturing classroom environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with one of the fastest-growing childcare organizations in the country. 
Location: Woestina Elementary School in Rotterdam Junction, NY
Schedule: Split Shift
Morning Program: 6:50 AM &ndash; 9:15 AM
Afternoon Program: 2:50 PM &ndash; 6:00 PM 
Pay: $17.00 &ndash; $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt 
Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare
Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 4&ndash;13) enrolled in 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.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Program Compliance: Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.</li><li>
Program Leadership: Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.</li><li>
Program Management: Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.</li><li>
Family Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.</li><li>
Team Collaboration: Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment. Together, you will ensure high-quality care, strong staff morale, and proactive problem-solving.</li></ul>
Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must meet one of the following:<ul><li>
A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with at least 12 credits in early childhood education, child development, or a related field, plus one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience in an early childhood setting</li><li>
An Associate&rsquo;s degree in early childhood education or a related field with a plan of study toward a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or a New York State Children&rsquo;s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience</li><li>
A New York State Children&rsquo;s Program Administrator Credential with one year of full-time teaching experience and one year of staff supervision experience</li><li>
A Child Development Associate (CDA) or other office-recognized credential, with a plan of study toward a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or a New York State Children&rsquo;s Program Administrator Credential, plus two years of full-time teaching experience and two years of staff supervision experience.</li></ul>
QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>
Must be willing and able to pass NYS OCFS background check</li><li>
Medically cleared to perform all job duties</li><li>
Strong leadership and communication skills</li><li>
Friendly, professional, reliable, and team-oriented</li><li>
Able to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs.</li><li>
You're able to lead and motivate a team and have a commitment to providing quality childcare.</li></ul>
PART-TIME BENEFITS:<ul><li>
Employer-paid childcare for children enrolled in our program, available during the days and hours you are scheduled to work</li><li>
Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage</li><li>
AFLAC supplemental plans</li><li>
401(k) for eligible employees</li><li>
Paid sick time</li><li>
On-demand pay</li><li>
Professional development and career growth opportunities</li></ul>
About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider&mdash;we&rsquo;re helping shape the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5000&rsquo;s fastest-growing organizations, we operate Early Learning, Before &amp; After School, and Summer Camp programs in 150+ locations nationwide. 
As a certified Benefit Corporation, our mission is to make high-quality childcare accessible, affordable, and impactful for families and communities. 
Why Join Healthy Kids Programs? At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster supportive environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow. 
If you&rsquo;re passionate about early childhood education and want to make a meaningful impact in children&rsquo;s lives, we&rsquo;d love to meet you. 
Learn more about working with us: 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.</div>

Pre-K Lead Teacher/Director – Before & After School

Bucksport Area Child Care Center

Job DescriptionBACCC seeks a motivated and enthusiastic Center Director to oversee and direct the agency&rsquo;s programs and staff. In addition to fostering a safe, fun, and collaborative environment, the director&rsquo;s responsibilities include long-range planning, fiscal oversight, employee and program management, plant management, and community and client relations. The Center Director also ensures that all licensing, contractual, NAEYC, and organizational requirements are met and works cooperatively with the board of directors to ensure that the Center&rsquo;s mission and vision are upheld to the highest standard of excellence.Applicants must meet State of Maine licensing requirements for Director and possess:<ul><li>Strong leadership skills and management experience</li><li>Experience in early childhood or social work settings</li><li>Clean background checks through the State of Maine&rsquo;s Bureau of Investigation (Maine DHHS) and Child Protective Services (Maine DHHS)</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li></ul>The director will maintain general responsibility and authority for overall agency operations. Additionally, the director will:<ul><li>Support the Board of Directors to see that their directions and policies are realized</li><li>Interact and communicate regularly with parents to keep them informed, to monitor client satisfaction, to build trust, and to keep abreast of issues of concern to the parents</li><li>Supervise, manage, and support staff members to facilitate the smooth operation of all programs; arrange for substitute staff as necessary</li><li>Monitor staff and program activities to ensure a high quality of care and consistency of methods and policies throughout the center's program</li><li>Foster a sense of pride in all employees to ensure that the quality of care children receive is the center&rsquo;s highest priority; promote a professional approach to childcare</li><li>Ensure that current and well-defined job descriptions exist for each job in the facility; verify that adequate and appropriate staff training is carried out</li><li>Recruit and retain staff to fill staff vacancies; this includes reviewing advertisements, screening applicants, conducting interviews, making selections, and setting pay</li><li>Fill in in the classroom as necessary for breaks and absences; monitor programs</li><li>Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of agency programs and report findings to the Board (and ensure that parent feedback is included in such assessments)</li><li>Keep personnel policies updated to meet legal requirements and to reflect changes in policies and compensation levels</li><li>See that funds are obtained, safe-guarded, expended, and accounted for per Board and State directives and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)</li><li>Manage finances to avoid deficit and spending and maintain a long-term perspective</li><li>Prepare budgets and financial statements for review with the Board of Directors; seek supplementary means of funding for current programs and pursue additional funding in support of identified needs</li><li>Act as agency spokesperson. Represent the center in accordance with the image that the Board of Directors wishes to exhibit to the community</li><li>Stay aware of the overall repair of the building and grounds; oversee/schedule cleaning, repairs, and other maintenance necessary to safely support BACCC activities</li><li>Participate in statewide, regional, and local organizations to best benefit the center's interests</li><li>Full-time, year-round</li><li>Monday through Friday, business hours</li></ul>BENEFITSBACCC staff receive:<ul><li>A 50% discount on BACCC tuition</li><li>9 paid holidays and 4 professional development days per year</li></ul>After 90 days, staff will have the opportunity to enroll in benefits through AFLACMaine's Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Workforce Salary Supplement ProgramBACCC staff are eligible for Maine's Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Workforce Salary Supplement Program. The program provides salary supplements to child care providers and early childhood educators who work directly with children in licensed facilities or family child care programs.The program is based on a tiered system that considers the educator's level of education and experience, as well as the number of workers per tier and available funding. In January 2024, lawmakers increased the monthly supplement to up to $625.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Job Type: Full-timePay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) through MANP</li><li>Employee childcare discount</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Schedule:<ul><li>Monday to Friday</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Director

Resurrection Regional Catholic School/Resurrection of Our Lord Parish

Job Overview The Director of PM After Care Program is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and management of the aftercare program, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. This role involves coordinating activities, managing staff, and fostering positive relationships with students and their families. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education or childcare, with a passion for childhood development and behavior management.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and implement engaging aftercare programs that promote learning and social interaction among children.</li><li>Supervise staff and volunteers, providing guidance and support to ensure effective classroom management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe environment for all participants.</li><li>Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's progress and any concerns that may arise.</li><li>Collaborate with educators to align aftercare activities with school curriculum and objectives.</li><li>Organize special events, tutoring sessions, and recreational activities that cater to diverse interests.</li><li>Monitor children's behavior and implement behavior management strategies as needed.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, and program evaluations.</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Strong classroom management skills to create a positive learning environment.</li><li>Knowledge of first aid practices to ensure the safety of all participants.</li><li>Experience in education to support diverse learning needs.</li><li>Proven teaching experience or experience working with students in various capacities (tutoring, sports coaching, etc.).</li><li>Background in childcare settings such as daycare or camp environments.</li><li>Familiarity with Christian counseling principles is a plus.</li><li>Understanding of early childhood education principles and childhood development theories.</li><li>Ability to manage behaviors effectively while fostering a supportive atmosphere.</li><li>Experience in theater or other creative arts can enhance program offerings. This position requires a dedicated individual who is committed to making a positive impact on children's lives through effective leadership and innovative programming.</li></ul>Job Type: Part-timePay: $15.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Director of After Care Program 2026-2027 2:50-5:30pm

On The road to success daycare LLC

<ul><li>Hire, engage and develop a team of &ldquo;best in class&rdquo; childcare educators</li><li>Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best childcare and education for their children</li><li>Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners</li><li>Leverage your business, sales, and marketing savvy to growEducation&rsquo;s presence in the community, leading to the growth of new families and children in our childcare centers.</li><li>CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain</li></ul>-Analytical; problem solver -Ability to communicate with and motivate others-Personable - enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects-Effective leader with the ability to exercise appropriate, independent judgement calls-Highly professional and dependable -Skilled in conflict resolution and mediation-Adaptable/Flexible - enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction-Proficient use of technology including Microsoft Office suite<ul><li>Provide day-to-day leadership and management</li><li>Plan, develop, schedule, and/or provide in-service training and evaluation of child care staff.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $19.00 per hourAbility to Commute:<ul><li>Randolph, MA 02368 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Randolph, MA 02368: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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Pre-K Director and Lead Teacher – Before & After School

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Pre-K Lead Teacher/Director – Before & After School

Pre-K Lead Teacher/Director – Before & After School

Director

Director of After Care Program 2026-2027 2:50-5:30pm

Toddler Teacher/ preschool teacher