Dutchess County Childcare Regional Director – Dutchess

Dutchess County Childcare Regional Director – Dutchess County

Recruitment began on December 24, 2025

and the job listing Expires on January 24, 2026

Healthy Kids Programs is currently looking for a Regional Director for our Before/After School and Summer Programs in Dutchess County. The Regional Director will oversee the Healthy Kids Program operation in multiple areas consisting of Before/After School Programs in school buildings and Summer Programs. This role will require travel to multiple locations within the region.

PAY RATE: $24.00/hr.

SCHEDULE: Full Time up to 40 hrs./week with hours that vary

LOCATION: HK Programs Corporate Office at 2 Summit Court, Fishkill, NY 12553 but must be willing to travel

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

DIRECT REPORTS: Program Site Staff

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: As Regional Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of our Before/After School and Summer Camp Programs, with an emphasis on quality, compliance, and leadership.

Core responsibilities include:

• Staff Management: Recruit, train, supervise, and support a highly qualified team to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across all sites.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all programs operate in full compliance with New York State Daycare, Before/After School, and Summer Camp regulations.
• Program Excellence: Deliver programs aligned with Healthy Kids Best Practices and Curriculum, creating nurturing, safe, and engaging environments for children. Emphasize strong classroom management and exceptional parent communication.
• Leadership & Culture: Lead with positivity and confidence, addressing challenges proactively and fostering a culture of accountability, open communication, and continuous improvement.
• Performance Oversight: Identify and address staff performance issues promptly, providing clear feedback and support for professional growth to uphold standards of excellence.
• Collaboration & Improvement: Partner with the Senior Regional and Executive Director to refine program operations and implement best practices.
• Meetings & Communication: Participate in leadership and executive team meetings (virtually and in person) and communicate organizational goals, policies, and budget guidelines clearly to site leaders.
• Operational Efficiency: Manage payroll responsibly and work closely with the Registration team to ensure all enrolled students have complete documentation.
• Marketing & Promotion: Collaborate with the Marketing team to secure accurate and timely program materials for web and social media platforms.
• Stakeholder Relations: Maintain strong relationships with school principals, administrators, custodial staff, licensors, and local childcare councils.
• Growth & Expansion: Identify opportunities to expand programs within the region and lead successful implementation of new sites.
• Cross-Department
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with internal departments, senior leadership, and families to support overall program success.
• Compliance & Conduct: Uphold and enforce the company’s Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, and all applicable state regulations.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field preferred
• Knowledge of State Childcare Licensing Regulations is a plus but not mandatory.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience, including at least 1 year overseeing staff in a childcare setting; experience in business or operational management is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and administrative skills, ideally gained in a customer-focused environment.
• Exceptional communication skills with a strong emphasis on parent and family engagement.
• Proven ability to foster a collaborative, team-oriented workplace culture.
• Dedication to delivering high-quality programs while effectively managing staff and controlling expenses.
• Must meet medical fitness requirements to perform all job-related duties.
• Professional, dependable, and punctual with a warm, approachable, and positive demeanor.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Must be willing to travel to multiple program sites.

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• AFLAC…