Program Director

Be a part of a team that makes a difference every day! Become a Program Director at Hot Spots Extended Care Program!

At Hot Spots, our mission is to provide a high quality, student-centered educational program with resources that support digital learners, academic and social growth. Our program promotes a safe, positive and caring environment.

Why chose to be a Hot Spots Program Director?

• Full-time employment
• Option to work remotely
• Career pathways for those looking for growth
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Individualized Growth Plans for specified development
• Accrued leave and paid holidays
• Annual Reviews
• Full benefits package including health insurance options, dental, vision & optional life insurance and 401 K plan

Our Program Directors:

• Promotes team work and enthusiasm
• fosters commitment to HSECP mission, vision, and values—protect, educate, nurture
• Coaches and develops staff and co-workers through modeling of behaviors that meet the HSECP standard.
• Greets family members and school staff by name and presents a positive and professional image.
• Plan/ Prepare/ Lead the execution of program routines and curriculum
• Ensures exceptional customer service experiences, e.g., thorough, friendly tours; welcoming environment; accessible for parents, phone calls, etc.; concerns addressed in a timely manner.
• Ensures school age facility is consistently clean, neat and organized and meets visual execution standards; recommends repair work as needed.
• Supports and leads new company initiatives to ensure adaptation of new programs, policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, OCC regulations, and HSECP standards, policies and procedures.
• Opens and closes school age program on a daily basis during school
• Demonstrates accountability and initiative; identifies opportunities/goals for the school age facility.
• Seeks professional development opportunities; stays current on new practices in the child care and education industry
• Assists and supervises children during all activities; counsels children as needed using positive and appropriate discipline techniques.
• Creates and implements thorough, timely lesson plans that are age appropriate and stimulating in accordance with weekly themes and HSECP curriculum.
• Maintains certification requirements (Twelve Continuing Education Credits per year).

Education Requirements:

• Some college desirable.
• Completion of School Age Director Qualifications within 3 Months of Employment.
• 90 hour child care certification (45 child development, 45 school age curriculum)
• 9 hour communication or 1 college course
• ADA
• Completion of Medication Administration within 1 month of employment
• Experience in the education field desirable

Specific Skills:

• Computer skills, preferably Microsoft Office.
• Very strong customer service skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to delegate
• Knowledge of OCC licensing requirements helpful.