HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS
Childcare Site Director
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Childcare Site Director
Site Director – Birmingham, AL
Territory & Compensation
- Location: Birmingham, AL
- Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
- Schedule: Mon–Fri, 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM (follows school calendar; summer hours possible)
- Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Key Features
- Reports To: Area Director / Associate Executive Director
- Direct Reports: Site Staff
- Featured Benefit: Employer-paid childcare for school-age children enrolled in the program
The Role
The Site Director is the heart of a Healthy Kids Programs location. You’ll oversee every aspect of the daily program—ensuring it’s high-quality, engaging, and safe, while maintaining compliance, strong staffing, and top-tier operations. This is a role for someone who is energetic, organized, and passionate about making a direct difference for kids every day.
Success Looks Like This
- Program Quality: Kids are engaged, safe, and having fun; families trust the program and re-enroll consistently
- Staffing: The site is fully staffed daily; teachers are supported and show up for kids
- Compliance: The site operates in full ratio compliance; all records are accurate; the program is inspection-ready
- Inventory: Supplies are well-stocked; restocking is strategic—no mid-week shortages
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Quality & Enrollment
- Run a high-quality, engaging daily program aligned with HKP’s curriculum, values, and standards
- Implement HKP’s 10 Healthy Ways to Engage with Students and daily programming materials consistently
- Create a safe, welcoming, fun environment where every child feels seen, included, and cared for
- Maintain proactive, warm communication with families
- Boost enrollment by delivering a program families love and recommend to others
- Participate in outreach events as requested
- Share program observations, family feedback, and enrollment insights with Multi-Site Director
2. Staffing – Supporting & Leading Teachers
- Supervise and support Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers in daily operations
- Set clear expectations for staff conduct, program delivery, and professionalism
- Conduct regular walkthroughs to observe program quality and compliance; provide real-time coaching
- Proactively address scheduling needs and coverage gaps with Multi-Site Director
- Assist with new staff onboarding and rapid training
- Flag performance concerns or personnel issues promptly and in writing
- Foster a supportive team culture aligned with HKP’s mission
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3. Payroll, Labor & Scheduling Efficiency
- Schedule staff to exact ratio compliance (never over/understaffed)
- Approve accurate timecards on time, ensuring hours reflect actual work
- Monitor payroll budget; investigate and address under/overallocations
- Optimize schedules to minimize overtime and maximize coverage
- Use Paylocity systems accurately; communicate schedule changes clearly
4. Compliance – Ratios & Site Safety
- Maintain required staff-to-child ratios at all times (non-negotiable)
- Keep daily attendance records accurate and up-to-date
- Ensure the site meets all state licensing requirements for safety and cleanliness
- Verify all staff have current certifications (CPR, first aid, mandated reporter training)
- Report health/safety/compliance issues immediately
- Always be inspection-ready—maintain high standards daily
5. Inventory Management
- Maintain an organized system for supplies, materials, and equipment
- Track inventory; request restocks before shortages occur
- Ensure teachers have arts/supply academic resources available
- Log damaged/missing equipment and submit repair requests efficiently
- Store materials properly; model stewardship with the team
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Pass a TB test
- Ability to complete state-mandated trainings if not pre-certified
- First Aid & CPR certification (or commitment to obtain upon hire)
- Familiarity with Alabama DHR licensing standards (preferred)
Who Thrives in This Role?
You are someone who:
- Is genuinely passionate about kids—showing up ready to make their experience exceptional
- Is highly organized and attentive to detail—nothing slips through the cracks
- Naturally leads with earned respect, both through hard work and kindness
- Communicates clearly with families, staff, and supervisors
- Remains calm, flexible, and resourceful under pressure
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Critical Compliance:
- Complete a full background check (including fingerprinting and reference checks)
Key HKP Skills (Your “A-Game” Must Include):
- Relationship with your job: Results-driven, purpose-prioritized
- Relationship with others: Motivating, positive, leadership-focused
- How you handle yourself: Empathetic, professional, fosters a G-rated work culture
Benefits
- Employer-paid childcare for enrolled school-age children during your work hours
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision (telehealth access)
- Supplemental insurance: AFLAC plans
- Retirement: 401(k) eligibility
- Time Off: Paid sick time
- Pay Flexibility: On-demand pay options
- Career Growth: Development opportunities and upward mobility
About Healthy Kids Programs
We’re more than a childcare provider—we’re shaping the future of early learning. As the fastest-growing among Inc. 5,000’s workforce (and a certified benefit corporation), we offer Early Learning, Before/After School, and Summer Camp programs at 150+ locations nationwide.
Why Join HKP?
When you join Healthy Kids Programs, you’re part of a supportive community that values: ✅ Meaningful work ✅ Professional development ✅ Work-life balance ✅ Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in every decision
Equal Opportunity Employer
Healthy Kids Programs is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). We organize hiring based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs, rejecting discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
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