Part Time Floating Site Director

Floating Site Director – Part-Time
Leading Edge Before & After School 
Sayreville & South Amboy, NJ
Approximately 20 hours per week, with opportunities for additional hours

Bring your leadership experience to a growing team.

Leading Edge is seeking an experienced Site Director to support our before- and after-school programs throughout Sayreville and South Amboy. This floating role offers approximately 20 consistent hours per week, with opportunities to pick up additional hours based on program needs and your availability.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned educator or childcare leader who enjoys supporting different teams, building relationships, and creating positive experiences for children. It's also a way to get your foot in the door with an actively growing organization and be considered for future opportunities as they become available.

Availability for both morning and afternoon shifts is required. Reliable transportation is essential, as you will work across assigned school locations.

About Leading Edge

Leading Edge provides before-school, after-school, and summer programs for preschool, elementary, and middle school children. Our research-based programming reinforces classroom learning through engaging activities that support academic skills, social and emotional development, physical well-being, and teamwork. Our experienced educators create safe, nurturing environments where children can learn, connect, and have fun.

About the Role

As a Floating Site Director, you will provide leadership, coverage, and hands-on support across our Sayreville and South Amboy programs. Working closely with Area Directors and site teams, you will help maintain safe, organized, and engaging programs that meet company expectations and state licensing standards.

Your assignments may vary based on staffing and program needs. We're looking for someone who can confidently step into different settings, communicate clearly, and provide dependable support to children, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide Site Director coverage and operational support across assigned school locations.

• Supervise children and guide site staff while maintaining a welcoming, structured program environment.

• Monitor attendance, staffing needs, and required staff-to-student ratios.

• Prepare and implement developmentally appropriate activities using Leading Edge's approved curriculum.

• Support planning and programming for full days, school breaks, and summer programs as assigned.

• Build positive relationships with children, families, school administrators, and fellow team members.

• Communicate professionally with families about program updates, student needs, and behavioral concerns.

• Support staff scheduling and coordinate coverage with other Site Directors and Area Directors.

• Maintain accurate program records, staff and student files, and required incident documentation.

• Support supply ordering, inventory, and other administrative responsibilities as assigned.

• Follow company policies, confidentiality expectations, emergency procedures, and state licensing requirements.

• Use web-based systems and communication tools to stay connected with families, site teams, and leadership.

• Attend required meetings and complete necessary training.

• Travel between school locations as needed and perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred 

• At least two years of experience working in a structured education or childcare setting.

• At least one year of supervisory or management experience.

• Ability to meet and maintain applicable state licensing requirements.

• Reliable transportation to assigned schools throughout Sayreville and South Amboy.

• Consistent availability for both before-school morning shifts and after-school afternoon shifts, Monday through Friday.

• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Comfort using technology and web-based systems.

• Ability to adapt to different program environments and work collaboratively with multiple teams.

Prior Site Director or comparable program leadership experience is strongly preferred.

Schedule & Growth Opportunities

This is a part-time, non-exempt position offering approximately 20 consistent hours per week. Additional hours may be available based on program needs and your availability. Morning and afternoon availability is required, and assigned locations may change as coverage needs arise.

As Leading Edge grows, you'll have opportunities to build relationships across our programs, demonstrate your leadership, and be considered for future openings.

Part-Time Benefits

Leading Edge offers eligible part-time employees:

• Dental and vision insurance: Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire. Enrollment must be completed within 30 days of your start date.

• HealthiestYou Complete: Virtual healthcare services for you and eligible family members.

• 401(k) plan: Available after three months for employees age 21 and older, with automatic enrollment at 3% unless you elect otherwise.

• Aflac: Optional supplemental benefits.

• Paid sick time: Accrued at one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours annually.

• Holiday pay: Designated holidays when Leading Edge is closed, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. July 4 pay applies to team members working over the summer.

• Winter vacation pay: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

• Paid snow days: When Leading Edge closes for a full day due to inclement weather, Site Directors must work remotely during their scheduled hours and provide documentation of their work to receive pay.

• Employee program discounts: Employees working at least 10 hours per week may qualify for a 100% program discount, excluding registration fees.

• Free Calm Premium subscription: Access to resources for mindfulness, stress management, sleep, and more.

• Perks at Work: Discounts on travel, electronics, entertainment, and other purchases.

• Teacher discounts: Available at participating businesses with your Leading Edge ID.

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and company plan terms and may be modified by the company.

What to Expect During the Hiring Process

Our initial screening and interviews are conducted remotely through Zoom or Google Meet . We will contact you at the email address you provide on your application with next steps and scheduling information. Please check your inbox regularly, including your spam or junk folder, so you don't miss correspondence from our team.

Candidates selected to move forward after virtual interviews will be invited to an in-person interview at one of our programs . This visit will give you an opportunity to experience the program environment and interact with the program. It will also give you and our team time to ask any remaining questions and learn more about whether the role is a good fit.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Leading Edge Extended Learning LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application and interview process.

Background Check Requirement

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all background screening requirements required by the State of New Jersey for individuals working with children. These screenings may include criminal history checks, child abuse registry checks, sex offender registry checks, and additional clearances as required by state childcare licensing regulations.