POSITION: Program Director – Afterschool Programs RESPONSIBLE/REPORTS TO: Vice President Youth Development POSITION LAST UPDATED: July 2026 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet qualifications for Operations Director through…
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$48k–$50k/yr
Full-time
high school, bachelor degree, professional certificate
Posted 18d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Program Director oversees the design, implementation, and quality of afterschool programs while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. This role manages staff, budgets, and marketing efforts to maximize enrollment and program effectiveness.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 21 with a high school diploma and meet Texas Child Care Regulation standards for an Operations Director. A bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience in licensed child care or youth development are preferred.
Full job description
POSITION: Program Director – Afterschool Programs
RESPONSIBLE/REPORTS TO: Vice President Youth Development
POSITION LAST UPDATED: July 2026
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must meet qualifications for Operations Director through Child Care Licensing
Must be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor's Degree in child development, education, human services, recreation, or a related field prefered. Equivilant combination of education, managment coursework, credentilas (such as CDA or Child Care Adminstrator Credential), and qualifying experience that meet Texas Child Care Regulation requirments will be considered.
Minimum of three years of pregressively responsible experince in a licensed child care, afterschool, or youth development program, including supervisory experience preffered.
Ability to provide proof of education, credentials, and experince required for licensing.
Must qualify as a Program Director under Texas Child Care Regulation Minimum Standards and maintain eligibility thoughout employement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in overseeing multiple program sites
Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Education, or a related field
Experience in financial budgeting
Bilingual preferred (Spanish)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Hire, train, and supervise staff, substitutes, and volunteers.
Coach Site Directors’ on leadership skills and increase engagement through staff development
Communicate with families positively and professionally verbally and through email.
Responsible for the overall quality of programs and compliance with federal, state, and local laws
Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with the school administration.
Develop marketing plans to maximize enrollment at Afterschool sites.
Organize and maintain accurate records and administrative systems
Order supplies within budget for each program
Manage multiple projects and competing priorities
Accurately complete all reports and submit them on time.
Attend all meetings and functions required by the position, including evening and weekend events.
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports directly to the Associate Vice President Youth Development
Develop positive relationships with parents and students
Collaborate with other community agencies, CCMS, FWAS, and school district personnel
Interact with grant writers, funders, and board members to share program information
Work cooperatively with affiliate staff.
ACCOUNTABILITY: This position is responsible to the Associate Vice President Youth Development
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Program Operations
Design and implement Afterschool programs to meet the unique needs of youth
This positoin operates in a hybrid work enviorment. The Program Director is expected to work in the Camp Fire administrative office on designated office days as assigned and conduct onsite visits to assigned Afterschool locations during program operating hours throughout the week.
Evaluate program quality and effectiveness and update or improve programs as necessary
Responsible for year-end financial results of assigned Afterschool programs and work with other departments at Camp Fire to support affiliate-wide programs and activities.
Human resources
Recruit, hire, train, develop, and manage staff.
Maintain accurate records and staff files that meet Licensing and Camp Fire standards
Conduct annual evaluations and guide staff in goal setting and work/plan development
Ensure compliance with Licensing and affiliate Policies and Procedures
Provide formal and informal recognition of paid and volunteer staff
Maintain positive, professional relationships with co-workers, school faculty, and families
Financial Operations
Assess weekly enrollment and revenue reports, recognize successes, and make necessary changes to make budget
Monitor payroll weekly
Review income statements monthly and adjust spending as needed
Complete p-card records accurately and on time and manage expenses within budget.
Marketing and Public Relations
Promote Afterschool programs with ongoing communication and participation in community events
Provide the marketing team with photos and stories of student activities and successes
Work with the marketing team to develop program marketing materials
Facility Management
Monitor Afterschool program sites and maintain cleanliness and organization
Maintain a clean and safe office space
Notify the Facilities Department of any needed repairs
General Responsibilities
Affiliate Programs and Operations
Participate in the affiliate Strategic Planning process by developing personal and departmental Annual Performance Appraisals/Work Plans.
Maintain knowledge of all affiliate programs and operations.
Assist as needed concerning critical areas of responsibility.
Identify opportunities for donations and/or gifts in kind.
Attend Camp Fire General Staff Meetings.
Communicate regularly with the supervisor about unusual events, inspections, investigations, special needs, participant concerns, and suggestions.
Be able to communicate program purposes and goals in the community.
Successfully managing your time in a hybrid work environment.
Related keywords
Texas Child Care RegulationCDAChild Care Administrator CredentialYouth DevelopmentAfterschool ProgramsProgram OperationsBudgetingStaff DevelopmentComplianceMarketingFacility ManagementStrategic Planning
Camp Fire First Texas invests in North Texas communities by providing out-of-school time and outdoor learning programs for children and youth while also offering workforce development programs for early childhood educators.
We envision a community in which every child has equitable access to the learning opportunities they need to succeed and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Offices: 2700 Meacham Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76137, US · 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, TX 76049, US · 2001 E Loraine St, Fort Worth, Texas 76106, US
Early Childhood Care & EducationCampsAfter School ProgramsOutdoor EducationYouth DevelopmentConference & Meeting Space RentalChallenge CourseCamp RetreatsWorkforce DevelopmentEducation
Camp Fire First Texas invests in North Texas communities by providing out-of-school time and outdoor learning programs for children and youth while also offering workforce development programs for early childhood educators.
We envision a community in which every child has equitable access to the learning opportunities they need to succeed and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Offices: 2700 Meacham Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76137, US · 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, TX 76049, US · 2001 E Loraine St, Fort Worth, Texas 76106, US
Early Childhood Care & EducationCampsAfter School ProgramsOutdoor EducationYouth DevelopmentConference & Meeting Space RentalChallenge CourseCamp RetreatsWorkforce DevelopmentEducation
