Early Learning Before and After School Program Director

Mamaroneck, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1000+W+Boston+Post+Rd+Mamaroneck+NY+USA+10543)

Job Type

Part-time

Description

WHO WE ARE:Healthy Kids is NY & NJ'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 reinventing accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and creating opportunities for teachers and caregivers to do what they love (and feel valued while they’re doing it). Join our award-winning community to provide the quality program children deserve while pursuing your own professional growth and development. Learn more about working with us at healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

We are currently hiring a director for our Before and After School Early Learning Program located at Mamaroneck Avenue Elementary School in Mamaroneck, NY.

JOB STATUS:Part-Time, Non-Exempt

HOURS: 7:30am - 9:30am and 3:30pm - 6:00pm

PAY:$19-$20 per hour

JOB CONSISTS OF:

Ensure staff and program complies with OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies

Direct hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which include fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework completion.

Perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing.

Provide continual communication with parents and family members via the Brightwheel App.

Communicate effectively and regularly with your direct report, keeping them abreast of daily occurrences and issues as they arise and in a timely manner, working collaboratively as a team to provide the highest quality of care, a positive working environment and to problem solve proactively.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

To be qualified as a Director, a person must possess either:

• An associate's degree in early childhood or related field, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work;

or

• A bachelor's degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in early childhood, child development, or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work;

or

• A New York State children's program administrator credential; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home, or another early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work;

or

• A child development associate credential or another office-recognized credential, with a plan of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a New York State children's program administrator credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or another early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Get ready to ace a background check, including fingerprinting, references, SEL & SCR through NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

• You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB.

• You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with young children, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt.

• You're able to lead and motivate a team and have a commitment to providing quality childcare.

• You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with young children!

PART-TIME PERKS:

• On-Demand Pay:Because why wait for payday when you can have your money when you need it?

• Telehealth Benefits:Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care

• 401(k) for eligible employees PLUS a 1% employer match:Yep, we're serious about your future too!

• Paid Sick Time Off:Because everyone needs a break sometimes.

• Career Development:Level up your skills and expertise on us!

• Growth Opportunities:We’re growing and we need people to grow with us!

• AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team.

• Did we mention certain applicants qualify for tuition assistance?Reach out to us for all the details!

But wait, there's more! For our full-time team members, we've got some extra perks:

• Paid Holidays:Because who doesn't love a day off to celebrate?

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance:Your health matters, and we've got you covered!

• Life Insurance:Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance:We've got your back, no matter what life throws your way.

Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com

Salary Description

$19.00 - $20.00 per hour