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After School Program Manager- 2026-2027 School Year - Hamburg, NY
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Director manages and directs programs for very young children. Supervises child care workers and pre-school teachers. Proposes policies, program fees and budgets for approval by a program board or administrative agency or implements policies of a national organization. Meets with parents and staff to discuss the development, learning and behavior of children in the program or center. Orders supplies and monitors maintenance and cleaning at a facility. Ensures that the program or center meets state and federal guidelines.
$62,571 / year median in New York
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Company Information:
Just for Kids is a community-centered non-profit organization that offers before and after school and summer programming. Just for Kids offers programs for the Amherst, Cheektowaga Central, Cheektowaga Sloan, Cleveland Hill, Grand Island, Sweet Home, and Williamsville Districts as well as Enrichment programs at Nardin Academy, Park School of Buffalo, St. Benedict School, St. Mary's School (Swormville), and Saints Peter and Paul School (Hamburg).Position Summary:
The Program Manager oversees the daily operations of the assigned Just for Kids location. To oversee the implementation of preplanned activities and create supplemental appropriate and engaging activities as needed for participants in a safe, supervised, structured environment, in alignment with Just for Kids expectations. Oversee the implementation of age-appropriate daily activities and model appropriate activities to staff as needed. Schedule spaces of groups of children based on size, activity and maintaining ratios. Manage staff working at the program location and ensure staff are providing direct, competent supervision of children at all times. Create and disseminate regular staff communication to include upcoming week's activities, schedule changes, special guests, etc. Ensure a positive work environment for staff. Timesheet approval and performance evaluations for staff Maintain positive daily communications with children and their families, staff, District operations, and the Just for Kids program at large. Maintain accurate record keeping. Any other duties specified by the Director of Just for Kids School Age Programs.Schedule:
Our program follows the school calendar. Program Manager hours- Monday through Friday afternoons, 1:45pm to 5:30pm Planning time and weekly Program Manager meetings Five-day availability required.
Benefits:
Flexible Work Schedules- No Nights or Weekends! Competitive hourly rate Performance, Attendance, Retention, Inspection, and Referral Bonuses Health, Dental, and Vision insurance Stellar Dental Discount Plan Just for Kids School-Age Program Discount
- Free Child Care Paid Sick Time 401(k)
Qualifications :
2 years of experience working in childcare 1 year supervisory experience in a childcare position 18 credits of education related courses Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Education or related degreeRecognition:
Just for Kids takes pride in the services we offer the community and our staff. We have won multiple awards for our childcare services and the manner in which we treat our staff. Child Care Business of the Year- Child Care Resource Network (2026) WNY Child Care Action Team
- Empire Award for Child Care Excellence (2025) Buffalo Business First
- Best Places to Work Finalist
- (2015, 2019, 2023) Network for Youth Success
- Quality Leadership Award (2022) Child Care Provider of the Year, Child Care Resource Network (2015) Employer of the Year
- Buffalo State (2012) + University at Buffalo (2015) UB Nonprofit Internship Site of the Year (2015)
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$18.00- $22.