Just for Kids, awarded Employer of the Year by Buffalo State and the University at Buffalo, is looking for experienced on-site Program Managers* to oversee the daily operations of our afterschool programs in our Amherst and Buffalo locations.
Company Information:
Just for Kids is a community-centered non-profit organization that offers before and after school and summer programming in the Amherst, Cheektowaga Central, Cheektowaga Sloan, Cleveland Hill (Cheektowaga), Grand Island, Sweet Home, and Williamsville Central School Districts. We also offer programming at The Park School of Buffalo, Saints Peter and Paul School in Hamburg, St. Benedict School in Amherst, St. Mary's School in Swormville, and Nardin Academy in Buffalo.
Position Summary:
The Program Manager oversees the daily operations of the assigned NYS OCFS licensed 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 OCFS regulations.
- 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.
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)
Recognition:
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.
- WNY Child Care Action Team – Empire Award for Child Care Excellence (2025)
- Buffalo Business First – Best Places to Work Finalist – (2015, 2019, 2023)
- WNY Child Care Action Team – Empire Award for Child Care Excellence (2025)
- 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
Requirements:
Schedule:
After school programs follow the Williamsville calendar, Monday through Friday, from dismissal (1:40pm) through the close of program (6:00pm). Before school programs run from 6:45am - 8:45 am.
After school programs follow the Sweet Home calendar, Monday through Friday, from dismissal (2:30pm) through the close of program (6:00pm). Before school programs run from 6:45am - 9:00 am.
Five-day availability required.
Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience working in childcare
- 1 year supervisory experience in a childcare position
- 18 credits of education related course
- Bachelor’s Degree in Childhood Education preferred
*Additional Manager In Training Roles available as well!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Supervising: 1 year (Required)
- Childcare: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Williamsville, NY 14221 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Williamsville, NY 14221: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
