Posted: 24-Oct-25
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Required Education:
Calvert School, an independent lower and middle school, has an immediate opening for a full-time Director of After School Care. Calvert School inspires each child to lead a life of purpose by providing a strong foundation in academic skills and character development. At Calvert School, students learn and grow in a joyful and nurturing community that cultivates intellectual curiosity, confidence, and a deep appreciation for learning.
Calvert School is located in Tuscany-Canterbury, a residential neighborhood in Baltimore City, just north of Johns Hopkins University and south of Loyola University Maryland. The campus is easily accessible from Charles Street and I-83.
The Director of After School Care is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing all aspects of the after-school care programs. This includes managing staff, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for students, coordinating activities, and maintaining communication with families and school administration. The Director will be required to work from 9:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, throughout the school year.
Responsibilities include the following:
- Program Management:
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- Design and implement age-appropriate enrichment activities and recreational opportunities. Assist with the distribution of daily snack. Manage the inventory of supplies, games, and other items needed to operate the program.
- Ensure the program aligns with the school’s mission and educational goals.
- Monitor daily operations and maintain a safe, structured environment.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for families regarding program activities, behavior management, and scheduling.
- Address student behavioral issues in a constructive and professional manner.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, and communications.
- Partner with the Finance Office to manage the program budget.
- Coordinate with school staff, teachers, and administrators to support student needs.
- Coordinate communication about program calendars, newsletters, and event updates with the Division Heads and Marketing and Communications Manager.
- Staff Supervision and Development:
- Partner with the Human Resources Department to hire extended day staff and ensure adherence to state licensing regulations and school policies.
- Supervise staff and create schedules to ensure appropriate staff-to-student ratios are maintained and compliant with state regulations.
- Conduct regular staff and training meetings.
Calvert School offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The salary is based on years of experience, education, and job-related responsibilities and the salary range is $50,000 to $70,000. Calvert School offers medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans. Calvert also offers generous leave that includes paid holidays, sick, and personal leave days.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development or a related field is preferred.
- Two to four years of experience working in a child care setting is required.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of child development and behavior management strategies.
- Maryland State Department of Education and Office of Child Care requires other State certifications and Calvert will provide training, if needed.
Interested candidates should send a resume to:
HR@CalvertSchoolMD.org (preferred method)
Calvert School – HR Dept.
105 Tuscany Road
Baltimore, MD 21210
Fax: 1-866-631-0520