Program Director Elite Learning - 3.0 Little Rock, AR Job Details Full-time From $43,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Staff supervision Program management Childhood development Team supervision Quality of care (regulatory compliance area) Safety regulations Social service program staff supervision Administrative experience Hiring Experience working with children Bachelor's degree Managing education teams Staff training Child Development Leading team collaboration initiatives Educational compliance and regulation understanding Regulatory compliance analysis School staff supervision School facility safety oversight General management Working with youth Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Program Director - Little Rock & North Little Rock RegionPosition Summary Alpine Education Services is seeking an experienced Program Director to oversee multiple Out-of-School Time (OST) programs serving children ages 5-12 throughout the Little Rock and North Little Rock regions . This leadership position is responsible for ensuring high-quality programming, maintaining compliance with Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education (DCCECE) Minimum Licensing Requirements , supporting staff development, and building strong partnerships with school districts, families, and community stakeholders. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing licensed child care or after-school programs, supervising multiple sites, and maintaining compliance with Arkansas licensing standards and the Better Beginnings Quality Rating System . This position requires approximately 50% travel between assigned program locations. Work Schedule This position follows a hybrid schedule :

Morning Hours:

Primarily remote, focusing on administrative responsibilities, staff communication, enrollment management, scheduling, reporting, budgeting, and program planning.

Afternoon Hours:

Travel to assigned school sites throughout the Little Rock and North Little Rock regions to provide leadership, coaching, operational oversight, and quality assurance during program hours. Approximately 220-240 workdays annually . Benefits Competitive salary 403(b) retirement plan with 3.5% employer contribution Travel allowance Health insurance contribution Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays Professional development opportunities Essential Responsibilities Provide leadership and operational oversight for multiple licensed Out-of-School Time programs. Ensure compliance with all Arkansas

DHS DCCECE

Minimum Licensing Requirements . Maintain compliance with the Better Beginnings Quality Rating System and support continuous quality improvement initiatives. Recruit, hire, onboard, train, coach, supervise, and evaluate Site Coordinators, Site Directors, and program staff. Conduct regular site visits to monitor program quality, health and safety, licensing compliance, and staff performance. Build and maintain positive relationships with school administrators, district personnel, families, and community partners. Support licensing inspections, audits, corrective action plans, and ongoing regulatory compliance. Monitor enrollment, attendance, staffing levels, and required program documentation. Ensure accurate employee timekeeping and assist with payroll processes. Manage operational budgets, staffing allocations, and overall program performance. Support implementation of curriculum, enrichment activities, and student engagement initiatives. Oversee family account management, including enrollment, welcome communications, payment reminders, and coordination with the Central Office. Foster a positive, inclusive, safe, and engaging environment for children, families, and staff. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Human Services, Business Administration , or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing licensed child care, after-school, or Out-of-School Time programs. Experience supervising multiple program locations and managing diverse teams.

Strong knowledge of:

Arkansas

DHS DCCECE

Minimum Licensing Requirements Better Beginnings Quality Rating System Child care licensing compliance Health and safety regulations Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned region. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing school-based before- and after-school programs. Experience preparing for licensing inspections and regulatory reviews. Experience implementing quality improvement initiatives. Experience developing and coaching staff in educational or youth development settings. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Ability to manage multiple locations, priorities, and deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and cloud-based systems. Ability to analyze reports, monitor compliance, and maintain accurate records. Commitment to providing safe, engaging, and high-quality programs for children and families. Job Type Full-time Work Location On the road - Little Rock & North Little Rock Region Application Questions Are you at least 21 years of age? Have you lived in Arkansas for the past five years? How many years of leadership experience do you have in licensed child care, after-school, or youth development programs? Describe your experience working with Arkansas

DHS DCCECE

licensing requirements and Better Beginnings. Are you able to travel regularly throughout the Little Rock and North Little Rock regions? Education Bachelor's degree required. Experience Licensed child care, after-school, or youth development leadership: 3 years preferred Multi-site supervision: Preferred Arkansas child care licensing compliance:

Preferred Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you 21 years or older? Have you lived in Arkansas for the past 5 years?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Childcare:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

On the road