Program Director Jobs in Houston, TX

Site Director – After 3 Program

The Site Director provides hands-on leadership for a campus-based afterschool program, overseeing daily operations, staff supervision, and student safety. This role ensures compliance with licensing standards, delivers a high-quality student experience, and builds strong partnerships with school staff, families, and the After 3 team. The ideal candidate leads with the I-CARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Resilience, and Equality.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Operations & Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant facility; conduct daily walkthroughs; report maintenance and safety needs promptly.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate enrollment, attendance, staff files, drill logs, medical plans, and training records; ensure licensing requirements are met.
• Staff Leadership: Manage staffing schedules, supervise engagement, monitor ratios, conduct performance observations, and address performance or compliance issues.
• Communication & Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison with school administrators, families, and staff; respond to communications and report incidents within required timelines.
• Curriculum & Scheduling: Oversee curriculum implementation, adjust schedules as needed, and ensure accommodations for students with special needs.
• Culture & Values: Model and promote the I-CARE core values while fostering a positive, inclusive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2–3 years of experience in youth development or afterschool programming
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a licensed childcare or afterschool setting
• Experience managing 10+ staff and programs serving 200+ students
• Knowledge of Texas Child Care Minimum Standards; ability to qualify as a Texas Child Care Director (§744.1015)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• CPR/First Aid certified (or obtain within 30 days); background check required
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to meet program needs
• Successful completion of After 3 Site Director training

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, approximately 2:00–6:00/6:30 PM
• Additional availability for early dismissals, meetings, trainings, and special events
• Follows HISD/SBISD school calendar; no summer hours

Performance Expectations

• Maintain excellence in safety, compliance, staff supervision, communication, curriculum delivery, and I-CARE values
• Demonstrate measurable progress in staff development, behavior management, and regulatory compliance
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent conflict skills in high stress situations
• Must demonstrate a warm, positive, and respectful demeanor with students, families, and school administrators

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• state licensed daycare : 1 year (Required)
• Daycare management: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person