Childcare Center Director Jobs in Vermont
Childcare Center Director jobs in Vermont are steadily active, with demand concentrated in nonprofit early education organizations, Head Start programs, and community-based childcare centers across the state. Burlington, Montpelier, and Rutland generate the most consistent openings, where established providers like the Lund Family Center, the Vermont Department of Children and Families, and YMCA of Burlington have ongoing staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties include infant and toddler programming, special education integration, and state-subsidized early care administration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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LOCATION: Mettawee Community School in West Pawlet, VT
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 2:25PM - 5:30PM
JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt
PAY: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Employer-Paid Childcare Included
Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care.
About the Role
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an After School Childcare Program Director to support our licensed school-age childcare program in West Pawlet, VT.
This role functions as a Site Director–level leadership position within a Vermont DCF licensed school-age childcare and before/after school program setting.
You will provide leadership, support site teams, maintain program quality and compliance, and ensure safe, engaging environments for children and families.
This role is well suited for someone with experience in education, youth development, camps, recreation, childcare, or school-age programming who enjoys both leadership and direct work with children.
Why You'll Love This Role
- You will lead school-based programs and directly impact program quality and success
- You will work in a mission-driven organization focused on children and families
- You will have employer-paid childcare available during your work hours
- You will be part of a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and advancement
What You'll Do
Program Leadership
- Support engaging after school programming for school-age children
- Coach and support Site staff in daily program operations
- Maintain safe, inclusive, and structured environments
Licensing & Compliance (VT DCF Licensed Program)
- Support compliance with Vermont DCF licensing requirements and Healthy Kids policies
- Maintain documentation, staff records, and licensing readiness
- Support follow-up on inspections and corrective actions
Staffing & Operations
- Provide on-site coverage to maintain required ratios in a school-age childcare program setting
- Support scheduling, onboarding, and daily staffing needs
Family & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with families and school partners
- Support enrollment and communication efforts
What We're Looking For
- Must be 18+ years old
- Associate’s degree or higher
- Ability to meet Vermont DCF school-age program leadership requirements
Must also meet ONE of the following:
- 10+ months experience in school-age childcare or youth programming
- Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential
- Vermont Program Director Credential
- Vermont Teacher Licensure
- Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate
- Master’s degree in a youth-related field
We especially encourage applicants with experience as a Site Director, Assistant Director, or similar leadership role in:
- Before/after school programs
- School-age childcare programs
- Summer camp programs (including Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director experience)
- VT DCF licensed programs or other regulated childcare settings
- Youth development, recreation, or school-based programs
Prior Vermont background clearance and required trainings are preferred but may be completed after hire for qualified candidates.
Physical Requirements
- Active engagement with children throughout the day
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Standing, walking, and outdoor supervision
PART-TIME BENEFITS:
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
- AFLAC supplemental plans
- 401(k) for eligible employees
- Paid sick time
- On-demand pay
- Career development and growth opportunities
About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?
At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work. If you are passionate about working with children and making a difference, Healthy Kids Programs is the place to build your career.
Learn more about working with us: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus
Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
LOCATION: Mettawee Community School in West Pawlet, VT
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 2:25PM - 5:30PM
JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt
PAY: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Employer-Paid Childcare Included
Healthy Kids Programs provides childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you work. Employer contributions cover the cost of care, so you can focus on your job while your child participates in a safe, structured, and engaging program, all without needing to arrange outside care.
About the Role
Healthy Kids Programs is hiring an After School Childcare Program Director to support our licensed school-age childcare program in West Pawlet, VT.
This role functions as a Site Director–level leadership position within a Vermont DCF licensed school-age childcare and before/after school program setting.
You will provide leadership, support site teams, maintain program quality and compliance, and ensure safe, engaging environments for children and families.
This role is well suited for someone with experience in education, youth development, camps, recreation, childcare, or school-age programming who enjoys both leadership and direct work with children.
Why You'll Love This Role
- You will lead school-based programs and directly impact program quality and success
- You will work in a mission-driven organization focused on children and families
- You will have employer-paid childcare available during your work hours
- You will be part of a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and advancement
What You'll Do
Program Leadership
- Support engaging after school programming for school-age children
- Coach and support Site staff in daily program operations
- Maintain safe, inclusive, and structured environments
Licensing & Compliance (VT DCF Licensed Program)
- Support compliance with Vermont DCF licensing requirements and Healthy Kids policies
- Maintain documentation, staff records, and licensing readiness
- Support follow-up on inspections and corrective actions
Staffing & Operations
- Provide on-site coverage to maintain required ratios in a school-age childcare program setting
- Support scheduling, onboarding, and daily staffing needs
Family & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with families and school partners
- Support enrollment and communication efforts
What We're Looking For
- Must be 18+ years old
- Associate’s degree or higher
- Ability to meet Vermont DCF school-age program leadership requirements
Must also meet ONE of the following:
- 10+ months experience in school-age childcare or youth programming
- Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential
- Vermont Program Director Credential
- Vermont Teacher Licensure
- Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate
- Master’s degree in a youth-related field
We especially encourage applicants with experience as a Site Director, Assistant Director, or similar leadership role in:
- Before/after school programs
- School-age childcare programs
- Summer camp programs (including Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director experience)
- VT DCF licensed programs or other regulated childcare settings
- Youth development, recreation, or school-based programs
Prior Vermont background clearance and required trainings are preferred but may be completed after hire for qualified candidates.
Physical Requirements
- Active engagement with children throughout the day
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Standing, walking, and outdoor supervision
PART-TIME BENEFITS:
- Employer-paid childcare for school-age children (ages 5–12) enrolled in our program on the days and during the hours you are working with us
- Telehealth, vision, and dental coverage
- AFLAC supplemental plans
- 401(k) for eligible employees
- Paid sick time
- On-demand pay
- Career development and growth opportunities
About Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids Programs is more than a childcare provider. We’re shaping the future of childcare. As one of Inc. 5,000’s fastest-growing organizations, we offer Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp programs across more than 150 locations. As a certified benefit corporation, our mission is to make childcare accessible and affordable for today’s families while positively impacting the communities we serve.
Why Join Healthy Kids Programs?
At Healthy Kids Programs, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We create supportive and engaging environments where team members feel valued, empowered, and excited to grow. When you join our award-winning team, you become part of a community that values purpose, professional development, and meaningful work. If you are passionate about working with children and making a difference, Healthy Kids Programs is the place to build your career.
Learn more about working with us: https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus
Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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What Vermont Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in childcare center director jobs across Vermont.
- Holds or is eligible for Vermont childcare program director credential issued by the state
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or closely related field
- Minimum three to five years of experience in licensed childcare or early education settings
- Familiarity with Vermont's Stars quality rating and improvement system requirements
- Experience managing staff, budgets, and regulatory compliance in a childcare setting
- Current CPR, first aid, and mandated reporter certification as required by Vermont licensing
Childcare Center Director Jobs in Vermont: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a childcare center director in Vermont?
To become a childcare center director in Vermont, you must meet the credential requirements set by the Vermont Child Development Division, which oversees licensed childcare programs. Directors of licensed centers are required to hold or obtain a Vermont director credential, earned through a combination of approved education in early childhood education or a related field and verified work experience in a childcare setting. Many candidates start by completing coursework through Vermont's professional development registry before stepping into a director role.
Which companies hire childcare center directors in Vermont?
Companies currently hiring childcare center directors in Vermont include Healthy Kids Extended Day Program, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Vermont's hiring tends to be driven by nonprofit early learning centers, Head Start grantees, and municipally affiliated YMCA programs that operate multiple sites across the state.
Which Vermont cities have the most childcare center director jobs?
Dorset, Rutland, and Shaftsbury have the most childcare center director openings in Vermont. Burlington anchors the market as the state's largest city, supported by its concentration of nonprofit organizations and healthcare-affiliated childcare programs, while Montpelier and Rutland see steady demand from state agency contractors and regional community centers serving working families in those areas.
Are there remote childcare center director jobs in Vermont?
Yes, but they're rare. The childcare center director role is fundamentally on-site, requiring daily supervision of staff, compliance walkthroughs, and direct interaction with families and children. About 0% of childcare center director openings tied to Vermont are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to involve curriculum coordination, program consulting, or regional oversight roles rather than running a single licensed center.
How can I get hired as a childcare center director in Vermont with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to start in a lead teacher or assistant director role at a licensed Vermont childcare center and build toward the Vermont director credential while working. Large nonprofit providers and Head Start programs in Vermont regularly hire lead educators and site coordinators who can grow into director positions over time. Completing coursework through Vermont's higher education system and registering with the Vermont Registry of Early Childhood Professionals strengthens any application, even without prior director experience.
Where can I find and apply to childcare center director jobs in Vermont?
You can find and apply to childcare center director jobs in Vermont on Migrate Mate, which lists current Vermont openings across nonprofit centers, Head Start programs, and community childcare organizations. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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