About the position
Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. We're on the lookout for a dynamic Director to lead our After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year at Mettawee Community School in West Pawlet, VT. As the Director, you'll be the driving force behind every aspect of the operation of the Healthy Kids Program Site.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that both staff and program adhere to state guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules set by our host school.
- Direct engaging hands-on activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more.
- Manage essential management tasks, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, and ensuring proper staffing levels.
- Maintain open lines of communication with parents and family members through the Playground App.
- Communicate effectively and regularly with your direct report, ensuring they're up to speed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues.
Requirements
- Be at least eighteen years of age.
- Possess a BA, BS or Associates degree.
- Have at least ten months direct work experience with school age children OR Vermont On-the-Job Training certificate OR Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential OR Vermont Program Director Credential OR Vermont Teacher Licensure OR Master’s Degree in a youth-related field.
Nice-to-haves
- Exceptional people skills with kids, parents, and team members.
- Professional, reliable, and always prompt.
- Ability to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.) to keep up with energetic kiddos.
Benefits
- Telehealth Benefits: Access to virtual care.
- Vision Insurance: Coverage for vision health.
- Dental Insurance: Coverage for dental health.
- AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Additional coverage options.
- 401(k) for eligible employees: Retirement savings plan.
- Paid Sick Time Off: Health comes first.
- On-Demand Pay: Access to earned wages when needed.
- Career Development: Opportunities to enhance skills.
- Growth Opportunities: Potential for career advancement.
