HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS
Childcare Site Director
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Childcare Site Director
Site Director – Birmingham, AL
Territory: Birmingham, AL Pay: $17.00–$20.00/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:30 PM–6 PM (school calendar; summer hours possible) Status: Part-time, Non-exempt Reports To: Area Director / Associate Executive Director Direct Reports: Site Staff
Featured Benefit
Employer-Paid Childcare Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children enrolled in the program during the same hours you work. Your employer contribution covers childcare costs, ensuring your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program while you focus on your role.
About the Role
As Site Director, you are the backbone of your Healthy Kids Programs location. Your responsibilities span program quality, staffing, compliance, and community engagement, ensuring a fun, safe, and high-quality experience for children and families. This role is ideal for someone who is:
- Energetic and dynamic
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Passionate about making a meaningful difference for kids daily
What Success Looks Like
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Program Quality
- Kids are engaged, excited, and having fun
- Families consistently re.enroll due to trust in the HKP curriculum and experience
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Staffing
- The site is fully staffed with prepared, supportive teachers
- High retention and strong team morale
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Compliance
- Ratios met at all times; accurate, up-to-date records
- Ready for unannounced licensing inspections
- All staff hold required certifications (CPR, First Aid, etc.)
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Inventory Management
- Supplies and materials are well-stocked
- Teachers have all arts/crafts, academic, and activity resources they need
- Equipment is properly maintained and labeled
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Quality & Enrollment
- Lead a high-quality daily program aligned with HKP’s curriculum, values, and standards.
- Implement HKP’s 10 Healthy Ways to Engage with Students.
- Create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for every child.
- Build strong relationships with families:
- Proactively share updates and communicate openly.
- Promote enrollment retention and referrals.
- Participate in site outreach and enrollment events.
- Share program observations, family feedback, and enrollment trends with your Multi-Site Director.
2. Staffing – Supporting & Leading Teachers
- Supervise and support Lead Teachers & Assistant Teachers in daily operations.
- Model high professionalism and enforce expectations for workplace behavior.
- Conduct regular walkthroughs to assess program quality and compliance.
- Provide real-time coaching and feedback to staff.
- Proactively manage staffing needs and flag coverage gaps.
- Assist with new staff onboarding for smooth transitions.
- Handle performance concerns or performance issues promptly and document training needs.
- Foster a collaborative team culture that values connection to HKP’s mission.
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3. Payroll, Labor & Scheduling Efficiency
- Ensure accurate staff-to-child ratios (never over/under staffed).
- Review and approve timecards on time per payroll deadlines.
- Monitor payroll costs against budget and address overtime issues.
- Optimize schedules for minimal unnecessary overtime; maximize coverage.
- Communicate schedule changes clearly and proactively.
- Use Paylocity and HKP scheduling platforms effectively.
4. Compliance – Ratios & Site Safety
- Prioritize ratio compliance at all times (nonnegotiable).
- Maintain daily attendance records with accuracy.
- Ensure the site meets Alabama DHR licensing safety standards.
- Verify that all staff are certified in CPR, First Aid, and mandated reporter training.
- Prepare for unannounced inspections; maintain inspection-ready standards always.
- Report safety/health/compliance issues immediately to your Multi-Site Director.
5. Inventory Management
- Maintain an organized inventory of supplies (arts, materials, equipment).
- Monitor usage and submit restock requests proactively.
- Ensure teachers have program resources (supplies, lesson materials).
- Document and solve supply issues promptly.
- Promote responsible resource use and good stewardship.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
✅ High school diploma or equivalent ✅ Willingness to pass a TB test ✅ Ability to complete required onboarding and state-mandated training ✅ First Aid & CPR Certification (or commitment to obtain upon hire) ✅ Familiarity with Alabama DHR licensing standards (Arise system familiarity is a plus)
Who You Are
You will thrive if you:
- Are genuinely passionate about children—daily engagement drives your enthusiasm
- Excel in organization and detail management
- Possess natural leadership skills with a supportive, team-driven approach
- Communicate clearly with families, staff, and supervisors
- Stay calm under pressure, adaptable, and resourceful
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Employment & Certification
- Must pass a full background check, including fingerprinting and reference checks.
Key HK Executive Qualities
Every director excels when they bring their "A-Game" through: Result-Focused Mentality | Humility & Professionalism | Eyes-on Collaboration
Benefits
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Childcare Support | Employer-paid childcare during your work hours for enrolled children |
| Healthcare | Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage |
| AFLAC Insurance | Supplemental health protection plans |
| 401(k) Match | Eligible staff contribute to their retirement with company matching |
| Paid Sick Time | Humane leave policies for employee well-being |
| On-Demand Pay | Early access to earned wages |
| Career Growth | תמיכה בפיתוח קריירה ומידεί צמיחה א LegaEarly learning opportunities |
About Healthy Kids Programs
HKP is redefining childcare excellence by delivering: 📌 Early learning programs 📌 Before–and after-school care 📌 Summer camps
As an Inc. 5,000 fastest-growing employer, HKP follows benefit corporation values to: ✔ Provide affordable, accessible childcare ✔ Invest in meaningful growth for team members
Why Join? You’ll empower families, expand your leadership skills, and join an award-winning org dedicated to change.
Commitment to Diversity
Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer, valuing fairness, respect, and inclusion. Embrace equity while discrimination is not tolerated. Hiring decisions are based solely on skills, fit, and merit.
Diversity Protected Traits: Race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, veteran/military service, abilities, or genetic information.
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