About the Role
Oversee all aspects of our after school program and summer camp program, ensuring high-quality care and a positive experience for children, families, and staff.
Responsibilities
- Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
- Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
- Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
- Communicate regularly with your direct report to share updates, address concerns, and support a positive team environment.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or related field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
- Two years of college with 18 credits in a related field plus 2 years of experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
- NY State Children’s Program Administrator Credential plus 2 years of relevant experience.
- School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential plus 2 years of relevant experience.
- Medical clearance to perform all job duties and free from communicable diseases, including tuberculosis (TB).
- Warm, friendly, and positive attitude, with strong interpersonal skills when working with children, parents, and team members.
- Professional, dependable, and punctual.
- Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, stretching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children.
Skills
- Child Development
- Elementary Education
- Physical Education
- Recreation
- Supervisory skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication
Location
- Ellicottville, NY
Work Type
- Part-Time
- Year-Round Position
Experience Level
- 1 year in a supervisory role
- 2 years of experience working with children under 13
- 2 years of relevant experience
Education Level
- Associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or related field
- Two years of college with 18 credits in a related field
- NY State Children’s Program Administrator Credential
- School-Age Child Care Credential or equivalent office-recognized credential
Salary/Compensations
- $17/hour
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) 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
- Career development and growth opportunities
About the Company
- Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare.
- As one of Inc. 5,000’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’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
- 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
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
