Before and/or After School Program Director - Cushing

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 Before and After School Program for the 2024-25 school year at Cushing Community School in Cushing, ME. 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 21 years of age.
• Hold a current certification in first aid and CPR Training.
• Complete twelve (12) hours of training in healthy, safe environments; child development; observation and assessment; developmentally appropriate practice; guidance; relationship with families; individual and cultural diversity or business and professional development.
• Have at least six (6) months experience working in a childcare program or other children's program.

Nice-to-haves

• Exceptional people skills.
• Ability to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.) to keep up with energetic children.

Benefits

• On-Demand Pay.
• Telehealth Benefits.
• Vision Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• AFLAC Supplemental Plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid Sick Time Off.
• Career Development.
• Growth Opportunities.