Childcare Multi-Site Director - Before & After School
Gardner, MA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=31+Spring+St+Gardner+MA+USA+01440)
Job Type
Part-time
Description
Reports To:Area Director or Regional Director
Direct Reports:Site Supervisors; Assistant Teachers
Territory:Petersham and Royalston, MA
Status:Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay:$25.00-$28.00 per hour
Schedule:Follows school district schedule; role requires working across both sites (50% Petersham / 50% Royalston).
Hours:Monday-Friday (must be available during program hours, plus flexible admin time)
Morning Program:6:30 AM - 8:05 AM
Afternoon Program:2:50 PM - 6:00 PM
The Multi-Site Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of sites. They are on the ground - visiting sites regularly, supporting teachers, making sure programs run well, and building the kind of relationships with school building staff that make HKP a trusted presence in every school. This is a role for someone who is organized and dependable.
What Success Looks Like
Staffing- Sites are staffed and covered every day; scheduling gaps are anticipated and filled before they affect the program
Enrollment- Enrollment is at or above target at each site; families are satisfied and re-enrolling
Compliance- All sites operate in full compliance with state licensing; records are current; sites pass inspections
Building Partnerships- Principals and school staff view HKP as a dependable, communicative partner; day-to-day issues are resolved quickly at the building level
Staffing - Recruiting, Hiring & Leading
Actively recruit to maintain a pipeline of qualified site-level candidates
Interview, hire, and onboard teachers and Site Directors across your locations
Build daily and weekly staff schedules; manage coverage proactively so sites are never understaffed
Maintain a reliable substitute list and fill gaps before they affect the program
Visit sites regularly to observe program quality and compliance firsthand; coach and support Site Directors and teachers in the moment and through structured check-ins based on what you see
Address performance issues directly and document appropriately
Foster a positive, mission-driven team culture across your sites
Payroll, Labor & Scheduling Efficiency
Schedule staff to ratio - never over or under; right-sizing hours is both a compliance and a budget responsibility
Review and approve timecards accurately and on time; ensure hours reflect actual time worked
Monitor payroll costs against budget; flag anomalies and take corrective action when hours exceed plan
Build schedules with efficiency in mind - minimize unnecessary overtime and maximize coverage with the staff you have
Communicate schedule changes proactively; keep staff informed and document adjustments
Use HKP's payroll and scheduling platforms (e.g., Paylocity) accurately and consistently
Enrollment & Program Quality
Monitor enrollment at each of your sites; flag concerns early and communicate them to your supervisor
Ensure teachers are engaging kids effectively and using HKP materials consistently
Support families with questions, concerns, and registration; be a warm and reliable point of contact
Track re-enrollment as a quality signal; follow up when families indicate they may not return
Participate in enrollment events and community outreach as needed
Report enrollment and quality observations to your Area Director or Regional Director regularly
State Licensing Compliance
Ensure every site you oversee maintains active state licensing at all times
Conduct regular compliance checks: ratios, attendance records, staff credentials, health and safety protocols
Ensure all staff have completed required training (CPR, first aid, mandated reporter, etc.) and that certifications stay current
Respond promptly to licensing inquiries or corrective actions; escalate to your supervisor immediately
Keep staff informed of day-to-day compliance expectations so they become part of the routine
Maintain organized, accurate site files that are ready for review at any time
Building-Level School Partnerships
Serve as HKP's primary day-to-day contact with school building leadership - principally principals and school office staff
Build strong, proactive relationships with each building's leadership; show up consistently and communicate well
Address building-level concerns and complaints quickly; resolve issues at the lowest level whenever possible
Coordinate with school staff on logistics, space use, schedules, and building-specific requirements
Keep principals informed on program news, staff changes, enrollment updates, and any operational issues
Escalate district-level concerns or relationship matters to your Area Director or Regional Director
Requirements
WhatWe'reLooking For
Experience and Education
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Coordinator must meetone of the following qualification pathways:
Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Guidance, Human Services, Nursing, Psychology, Physical Education, Recreation, Child Psychology, the Arts, Social Work, Sociology, Child Care, or a related field, with at least 6 months of experience working with school-age children.
Associate's degree in one of the fields listed above, with at least 9 months of experience working with school-age children.
High school diploma or equivalent, with at least 1 year of experience working with school-age children.
Additionally, the Multi-Site Director must have:
At least 6 months of administrative experience, or
Completion of at least 9 college credits in management or administration from an accredited institution of higher education.
Key HK Executive Skills - Bringing Your "A-Game" Means You Excel in All Three:
Relationship with your job: Focus on results, not excuses. Purpose driven.
Relationship with others: Motivating, positivity, leadership.
How you handle yourself: Empathy, professionalism, G-rated work environment.
Benefits
Employer-paid childcarefor school-age children 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 at over 150 locations. We're a certified benefit corporation committed to providing accessible, affordable childcare while creating meaningful opportunities for our team.
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.
Salary Description
$25.00-$28.00 per hour
