School Year: 2026 -2027

Position Details:

Part-Time Afternoon Site Director - Willingness to float in mornings = more hours
District 11 – Colorado Springs, CO
Approximately 21 hours per week
Monday through Friday. Program hours will be 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm (Let's discuss morning availability!)
Pay Range: $22–$25 per hour, depending on experience
Biweekly Pay every other Friday

What You'll Do

Site Directors are responsible for shaping their site's culture, driving curriculum, mentoring staff, ensuring compliance with licensing standards, and partnering with school communities.

Key Responsibilities

Train, mentor, and supervise site staff
Oversee daily program operations and student safety
Create engaging curriculum and enrichment opportunities
Maintain compliance with Colorado state licensing requirements
Ensure proper staff-to-student ratios and smooth daily transitions
Communicate regularly with families, school staff, and administrators
Complete attendance tracking, documentation, and incident reports
Support onboarding and coaching of new team members
Foster a welcoming, structured, and inclusive environment for students

Curriculum Leadership

At Leading Edge, Site Directors are empowered to create engaging, student-centered curriculum that reflect the unique needs and interests of their school community.

Each month, Directors will be provided with themed curriculum options designed to support creativity, engagement, and consistency across programs. Site Directors have flexibility in choosing which labs and activities to implement throughout the month, as long as programming aligns with the designated monthly themes and Leading Edge enrichment standards.

While curriculum aligns with our six core enrichment labs, Directors are encouraged to personalize activities, build community engagement, and create meaningful experiences that fit the personality and interests of their students and school community.

Six Core Labs

Challenge Lab – Critical thinking games and friendly competitions
Art Enrichment Lab – Creative projects using a variety of artistic mediums
Homework Lab – Structured academic support
Physical Lab – Games and activities promoting movement and teamwork
Reading Lab – Literacy enrichment and group reading activities
STEM Lab – Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math projects

Our Site Directors collaborate with students, families, staff, and school administrators to ensure programs remain engaging, responsive, and impactful.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum 1 year of experience in education or licensed childcare leadership
Minimum 2 years of experience working with school-aged children
Must meet or be able to meet Colorado state licensing qualifications
Reliable transportation to and from school sites
Comfortable using technology and web-based systems

Benefits

Healthiest You, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) eligibility after 3 months
Paid holidays and snow days
Sick time – 48 hours accrued annually
Free Calm Premium subscription
100% employee discount on Leading Edge programs for staff children
Access to Perks at Work and teacher discount programs
Aflac supplemental insurance options
Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding organization

Our Hiring Process

Selected applicants will first be invited to participate in an initial virtual screening interview conducted through the Zoom platform with the Recruiting Team. Booking invitations are initiated in our Applicant Tracking System, so be sure to watch for those.

Candidates who move forward after the screening process will then be invited to interview with the District 11 Area Director either virtually or in person.

Leading Edge is committed to creating an accessible hiring process. Candidates who may not have access to Zoom or who require alternative accommodations are encouraged to let us know so arrangements can be made.

Leading Edge Before & After School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.