School-Age Care Director (Hiawatha @ Lafayette Elementary)

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Lafayette Elementary School - Seattle, WA 98116Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $28.00 - $35.00 HourlyJob Location - Lafayette Elementary School - 2645 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116

• Primary location is Hiawatha Community Center, but the program is delivered out of Lafayette Elementary School

Position Type - Full-time
Estimated Start Date - September 2026
Starting Pay - $28.00/hr.
Full Pay Range - $28.00-$35.00 (employee may earn up to $35.00/hr with continued employment)

The Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), is a community-centered organization dedicated to providing safe, enriching, and stimulating activities that promote social and emotional growth, as well as materials that foster engaged learning and an inclusive environment for school-age children. We value diversity, lifelong learning, and collaboration as we support children and families through high-quality school-age care programming.

We are seeking a dynamic, organized, and compassionate School-Age Care Director to lead our licensed program for children ages 5-12 in alignment with Washington Administrative Code (WAC) requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, multitasking abilities, and a commitment to inclusive practices to manage staff, engage families, and ensure program excellence. You are responsible for creating and supporting a fun, safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for staff and participants. They establish and strengthen positive relationships with Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) staff, Seattle Public Schools (SPS) staff, parents, and participants.

School-Age Care Director duties and responsibilities include:

Oversee daily operations of the licensed school-age care program, ensuring compliance with all WAC regulations and safety protocols.
Directly supervise, mentor, and evaluate program staff; provide ongoing coaching and professional development.
Manage multiple priorities including scheduling, budgeting, staff coordination, and parent communication.
Creates an engaging social and emotional learning environment while providing a developmentally appropriate educational experience for children 5-12 years old.
Foster an environment that is welcoming and supportive of all children and families, respecting cultural, linguistic, and individual differences.
Build strong, respectful partnerships with families and community stakeholders.
Promote a positive team culture through collaboration, clear communication, and inclusive leadership.

School-Age Care Director requirements include

Must be 21 years of age or older
Has 45 college credits in 100-level or above college coursework as approved and verified in the DCYF MERIT system and as specified in the Washington state guidelines 110-301-0100.
Minimum of two years of experience working with school-age children.
Minimum one year of supervisory experience.
Must meet or obtain DCYF licensing requirements prior to working in the program

Schedule

Monday-Friday up to 40 hours per week
Schedule subject to change (i.e. split shift) due to program/season and business needs
Start date: as soon as possible

Benefits

100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account

Employer Student Loan Contribution

ARC Sick & Safe (sick time)
Paid Time Off (vacation)
12 paid company holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan

We are actively screening and interviewing for this role, so if it's a good fit for you and you want to learn more about it, please apply now.
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