Right At School
Part Time Childcare Program Manager- Watchung Borough School District
Right At School, Trenton, New Jersey, United States
Part Time Childcare Program Manager – Watchung Borough School District
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Part Time Childcare Program Manager – Watchung Borough School District
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Right At School
Program Manager Pay Rate: $21.00-$25.00 per hour (based on education and experience)
Program Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Part-time
Job function:
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries:
Education Administration Programs
You’ll Drive The Mission By
Safety & Joy: Exhibits role model qualities ensuring safety and joy standards are met by supporting a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities to a team of staff members. Supports operational efficiency by keeping site documents and licensing standards up to date. Outlines attendance protocols, behavior policies, safety procedures, and ensures program tasks are completed effectively. Continual coaching, fostering respectful relationships among staff to address any challenges or issues promptly to maintain team cohesion, and productivity.
Safety Assurance: Consistently support and report on safety protocols to ensure the well‑being of all participants. Identify and submit proof of MMR.
18+ years of age.
Proof of High School diploma/GED required.
Benefits Offered With Right At School
Health & Wellness: Medical/Virtual Care, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Pet Health: Pet discount programs and pet insurance
Physical Wellness: Supplemental Insurance (e.g. ate any potential risks within the program environment.
Effective Communication: Engage meaningfully with families, client partners, peers, and children to support effective communication and relationship building. Respond promptly to emails, text messages, and inquiries during program hours to ensure transparency and trust. Communicate and collaborate regularly with the Area Manager to support outlined program goals and assist in implementing changes or processes as guided.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate records for student check‑ins and check‑outs. Ensure “name to face” attendance procedures are completed per company policy.
Daily Routine: Implement daily activities, fitness fun, and curriculum while providing a safe and engaging environment.
Ideal Candidates Will Have The Following
Experience with working amongst competing priorities and delivering quality service to all stakeholders.
High school diploma or GED completed.
Experience working with children and knowledge of unique and special needs.
Coursework or training in child development and/or related field.
Communication skills; oral, written, and visual with adults and children.
Ability to model professional standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community.
Familiarity with Google technology software or willingness to learn.
White Glove customer service experience preferred.
New Jersey State Requirements
Ability to meet state‑specific requirements;
First Aid and CPR‑in‑person
Cleared tuberculosis test
Short & Long Term Disability
Requirements Based On Capacity 6-15 Children
High School Diploma
OR
General Education Development (GED) Diploma
AND
6 hours training (in child care)
AND
2 years experience
16-30 Children
High School Diploma OR General Education Development (GED) Diploma
AND
6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 years experience
OR
Certificate as a Recreation Technician from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 1 year experience
OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate; Group Teacher Approval; or 15 college credits in child development, education, recreation, psychology, health care, nursing or any other field related to child growth and development AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 1 year experience
OR
15 college credits in areas not related to children AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 2 years experience
31 or More Children
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
AND
6 hours training (in child care) and 3 hours (in child program management)
OR
Certificate as a Recreation Technician from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) AND 6 hours training (in child care) and 3 hours (in child program management) and 2 years experience
OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate; Group Teacher Approval; or 15 college credits in child development, education, recreation, psychology, health care, nursing or any other field related to child growth and development AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 2 years experience
OR
15 college credits in areas not related to children AND 6 hours (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 3 years experience
OR
Associate’s Degree in any field AND 6 hours (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 2 years experience
OR
Bachelor’s Degree in a child related field; or Office of Licensing Head Teacher Approval AND 3 hours training (in child program management)
AND 1 year experience
OR
Certificate as a Recreation Administrator, Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Professional AND 3 hours training (in child program management) AND 1 year experience
OR
Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated field AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 1 year experience
OR
School Age Program Supervisor endorsement from the New Jersey Registry for Childhood Professionals, Professional Impact New Jersey
*Training requirement must be completed within 9 months of being approved as Program Supervisor by the OOL
Financial Wellness: 401(k) with Company match & free financial coaching
Protection & Support: Legal service, identity theft, and Transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program
Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs is offered to Right At School team members within participating facilities
Additional Perks: Free NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Program, and Cell phone discounts
All benefits and perks available, have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.
Financial Wellness: 401(k) with Company match & free financial coaching
Protection & Support: Legal service, identity theft, and Transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program
Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs is offered to Right At School team members within participating facilities
Additional Perks: Free NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Program, and Cell phone discounts
All benefits and perks available, have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.
Right At School is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
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Part Time Childcare Program Manager – Watchung Borough School District
role at
Right At School
Program Manager Pay Rate: $21.00-$25.00 per hour (based on education and experience)
Program Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Part-time
Job function:
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries:
Education Administration Programs
You’ll Drive The Mission By
Safety & Joy: Exhibits role model qualities ensuring safety and joy standards are met by supporting a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities to a team of staff members. Supports operational efficiency by keeping site documents and licensing standards up to date. Outlines attendance protocols, behavior policies, safety procedures, and ensures program tasks are completed effectively. Continual coaching, fostering respectful relationships among staff to address any challenges or issues promptly to maintain team cohesion, and productivity.
Safety Assurance: Consistently support and report on safety protocols to ensure the well‑being of all participants. Identify and submit proof of MMR.
18+ years of age.
Proof of High School diploma/GED required.
Benefits Offered With Right At School
Health & Wellness: Medical/Virtual Care, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Pet Health: Pet discount programs and pet insurance
Physical Wellness: Supplemental Insurance (e.g. ate any potential risks within the program environment.
Effective Communication: Engage meaningfully with families, client partners, peers, and children to support effective communication and relationship building. Respond promptly to emails, text messages, and inquiries during program hours to ensure transparency and trust. Communicate and collaborate regularly with the Area Manager to support outlined program goals and assist in implementing changes or processes as guided.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate records for student check‑ins and check‑outs. Ensure “name to face” attendance procedures are completed per company policy.
Daily Routine: Implement daily activities, fitness fun, and curriculum while providing a safe and engaging environment.
Ideal Candidates Will Have The Following
Experience with working amongst competing priorities and delivering quality service to all stakeholders.
High school diploma or GED completed.
Experience working with children and knowledge of unique and special needs.
Coursework or training in child development and/or related field.
Communication skills; oral, written, and visual with adults and children.
Ability to model professional standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community.
Familiarity with Google technology software or willingness to learn.
White Glove customer service experience preferred.
New Jersey State Requirements
Ability to meet state‑specific requirements;
First Aid and CPR‑in‑person
Cleared tuberculosis test
Short & Long Term Disability
Requirements Based On Capacity 6-15 Children
High School Diploma
OR
General Education Development (GED) Diploma
AND
6 hours training (in child care)
AND
2 years experience
16-30 Children
High School Diploma OR General Education Development (GED) Diploma
AND
6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 years experience
OR
Certificate as a Recreation Technician from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 1 year experience
OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate; Group Teacher Approval; or 15 college credits in child development, education, recreation, psychology, health care, nursing or any other field related to child growth and development AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 1 year experience
OR
15 college credits in areas not related to children AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 2 years experience
31 or More Children
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
AND
6 hours training (in child care) and 3 hours (in child program management)
OR
Certificate as a Recreation Technician from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) AND 6 hours training (in child care) and 3 hours (in child program management) and 2 years experience
OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate; Group Teacher Approval; or 15 college credits in child development, education, recreation, psychology, health care, nursing or any other field related to child growth and development AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 2 years experience
OR
15 college credits in areas not related to children AND 6 hours (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 3 years experience
OR
Associate’s Degree in any field AND 6 hours (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 2 years experience
OR
Bachelor’s Degree in a child related field; or Office of Licensing Head Teacher Approval AND 3 hours training (in child program management)
AND 1 year experience
OR
Certificate as a Recreation Administrator, Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Professional AND 3 hours training (in child program management) AND 1 year experience
OR
Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated field AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 1 year experience
OR
School Age Program Supervisor endorsement from the New Jersey Registry for Childhood Professionals, Professional Impact New Jersey
*Training requirement must be completed within 9 months of being approved as Program Supervisor by the OOL
Financial Wellness: 401(k) with Company match & free financial coaching
Protection & Support: Legal service, identity theft, and Transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program
Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs is offered to Right At School team members within participating facilities
Additional Perks: Free NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Program, and Cell phone discounts
All benefits and perks available, have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.
Financial Wellness: 401(k) with Company match & free financial coaching
Protection & Support: Legal service, identity theft, and Transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program
Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs is offered to Right At School team members within participating facilities
Additional Perks: Free NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Program, and Cell phone discounts
All benefits and perks available, have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.
Right At School is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
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