Description
Healthy Kids Programs is on the lookout for a dynamic Director to lead our Before & After School Program and Preschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year. As the Director, you'll be the driving force behind every aspect of the operation of the Healthy Kids Program site, overseeing both programs and ensuring a high-quality experience for children, families, and staff.
LOCATION: Mary Raber Montessori School in Columbia City, IN
JOB STATUS: Part-time, Non-Exempt
PAY: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Split Shift
Morning Program: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM
Afternoon Program: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare
Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our 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
- Program Compliance: Ensure staff and program operations consistently meet state regulations, Healthy Kids policies, and host school requirements.
- Program Leadership: Plan and lead engaging, hands-on activities aligned with the Healthy Kids Curriculum, including fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and homework support.
- Program Management: Oversee daily operational tasks such as accurate attendance and registration tracking, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
- Family Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents and caregivers using the Playground App.
- 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.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Minimum age requirement of twenty (21) years
- High school diploma or GED required, or equivalent qualifying documentation
Education and Experience
Candidates must meet ONE of the following qualification options:
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or elementary education
- Bachelor’s degree + 15 credit hours in early childhood-related coursework
- Associate degree in early childhood + 3 years experience
Additional Requirements:
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including experience interacting with families and supporting parent engagement
- Ability to support community outreach initiatives to promote programs and engage prospective families
- Maintains professionalism, reliability, and punctuality, while modeling enthusiasm, positivity, and a can-do attitude
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including bending, stretching, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, and actively engaging with energetic children
PART-TIME 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 Healthy Kids Programs
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.
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.
Skills Required
- Minimum age of 21 years
- High school diploma or GED (or equivalent)
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood or elementary education
- Bachelor's degree + 15 credit hours in early childhood-related coursework
- Associate degree in early childhood plus 3 years experience
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including experience interacting with families and supporting parent engagement
- Ability to support community outreach initiatives to promote programs and engage prospective families
- Professionalism, reliability, punctuality, enthusiasm, and positive attitude
- Ability to meet physical demands including bending, stretching, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and active engagement with children
What We Do
Healthy Kids Programs is a rapidly growing provider of high-quality childcare services, offering Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs. With over 150 locations, the company focuses on creating safe and supportive environments where children can grow and build confidence. Their mission is to build a place where every child thrives and families flourish through innovative programming and collaborative partnerships.
