Childcare Site Director - Summer Camp
Healthy Kids Programs, Fairfax, VT, United States
Schedule
Pre‑summer: Up to 3 hours per week, increasing to up to 6 hours per week beginning mid‑June
Summer: Monday–Friday, shifts between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Potential to continue beyond summer with different hours
Location Fletcher Elementary School in Cambridge, VT
Status Part‑time, non‑exempt
Pay $19.00 – $21.00 per hour, based on experience
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
Plan and lead daily camp activities, games, hands‑on projects, and special events, including arts & crafts and themed activities
Create a positive, inclusive environment where campers feel supported, encouraged, and engaged
Supervise, train, and support camp staff, including implementing the curriculum to ensure high‑quality program delivery
Ensure camper safety and follow all state guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and host school policies
Communicate daily with families using the Playground App and provide support during parent orientations
Support community outreach to promote the program and engage prospective families
Lead by example with enthusiasm, positivity, and a can‑do attitude
Requirements Education and Experience
Minimum age of 18 and an associate’s degree or higher
Must also have ONE of the following credentials or experiences:
At least ten months of direct work experience with school‑age children
Vermont On‑the‑Job Training Certificate
Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential
Vermont Program Director Credential
Vermont Teacher Licensure
Master’s degree in a youth‑related field
Qualifications
Prior Vermont Background Clearance and Training preferred but not required
Demonstrated ability to create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment that engages and supports children, families, and staff
Strong leadership skills, including experience supervising, training, and mentoring staff to implement high‑quality programming
Proven ability to plan and lead engaging daily activities, hands‑on projects, games, arts & crafts, and themed events
Knowledge of health and safety regulations, state guidelines, and best practices in youth supervision
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, available only on the days 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
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.
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Pre‑summer: Up to 3 hours per week, increasing to up to 6 hours per week beginning mid‑June
Summer: Monday–Friday, shifts between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Potential to continue beyond summer with different hours
Location Fletcher Elementary School in Cambridge, VT
Status Part‑time, non‑exempt
Pay $19.00 – $21.00 per hour, based on experience
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
Plan and lead daily camp activities, games, hands‑on projects, and special events, including arts & crafts and themed activities
Create a positive, inclusive environment where campers feel supported, encouraged, and engaged
Supervise, train, and support camp staff, including implementing the curriculum to ensure high‑quality program delivery
Ensure camper safety and follow all state guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and host school policies
Communicate daily with families using the Playground App and provide support during parent orientations
Support community outreach to promote the program and engage prospective families
Lead by example with enthusiasm, positivity, and a can‑do attitude
Requirements Education and Experience
Minimum age of 18 and an associate’s degree or higher
Must also have ONE of the following credentials or experiences:
At least ten months of direct work experience with school‑age children
Vermont On‑the‑Job Training Certificate
Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential
Vermont Program Director Credential
Vermont Teacher Licensure
Master’s degree in a youth‑related field
Qualifications
Prior Vermont Background Clearance and Training preferred but not required
Demonstrated ability to create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment that engages and supports children, families, and staff
Strong leadership skills, including experience supervising, training, and mentoring staff to implement high‑quality programming
Proven ability to plan and lead engaging daily activities, hands‑on projects, games, arts & crafts, and themed events
Knowledge of health and safety regulations, state guidelines, and best practices in youth supervision
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, available only on the days 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
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.
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