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Space to Thrive (formerly Windham Raymond SACC) seeks to provide every child positive and accessible experiences that nurture development. We serve families through high-quality Early Childhood Education and School Age Child Care (SACC) programming. We are mission-driven and committed to our organizational values: kindness, integrity, excellence, child-centered, and inclusivity. About the Role The SACC Program Director provides strategic and operational leadership across Space to Thrive's three school-age child care sites. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role is responsible for program quality, site director supervision, curriculum and staff development, family engagement, and day-to-day operational follow-through. This is a leadership role for someone who brings both big-picture vision and practical follow-through. You will build trusting relationships with staff and families while holding high expectations for program quality. Who We're Looking For The right candidate for this role is energized by the work, a lifelong learner, and committed to our mission. They’re genuinely excited about outdoor and nature-based learning and committed to the social and emotional development of school-age children. They know the importance of meeting children and staff where they are, and working with individuals’ strengths. You bring strong leadership skills and know how to build and support teams made up of people at many different experience levels. You're someone who takes initiative, works independently, and doesn't wait to be told what needs attention. Just as importantly, you lead with both support and accountability. Your team knows you're in their corner, and they also know you hold high expectations. You have direct experience working with school-age children and have led or supervised a team in a professional setting. Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Quality • Provide direct supervision, coaching, and support to three site directors (Raymond, Primary, and Manchester locations) • Conduct regular site visits to observe programming, support staff, and connect with families • Conducting trainings and professional development for all school age staff • Facilitate weekly meetings with program staff to ensure cross-program continuity • Guide all sites toward best practices in social and emotional learning, child-led play, and nature-based programming. Build shared understanding and consistent implementation across the program • Ensure all sites implement inclusive practices and create welcoming environments for children of all abilities, backgrounds, and needs • Verify compliance with licensing requirements and COA accreditation standards across all SACC sites • Completing comprehensive evaluations of staff Staff Development & Culture • Lead with clarity and confidence: make sound decisions, provide direct guidance and feedback, and create the conditions for staff to do their best work • Provide direct supervision and coaching to site directors, supporting their growth while holding clear expectations for performance and follow-through • Foster a collaborative team culture where staff feel supported, heard, and accountable to shared goals • Support hiring, onboarding, and retention of site and program staff • Design and facilitate professional development with an emphasis on social-emotional learning, outdoor education, and child-led programming Operations & Systems • Oversee operational follow-through across sites, including scheduling, enrollment, and incident response • Collaborate with the Administrative Director on data systems, reporting, and operational infrastructure • Contribute to budget planning and stewardship of program resources • Build on foundational curriculum to support social and emotional learning & nature based education • Implement evidence-based assessments to provide data of program efficacy • Ensure each site has materials needed for curriculum, approach to play • Communication with RSU14 District • Space reservations • School principals, maintenance staff, school recourse officers, etc. Leadership Team Participation • Serve as an active member of Space to Thrive's administrative leadership team • Partner with the Executive Director on cross-program initiatives, organizational strategy, and culture • Represent Space to Thrive in community and partner relationships • Collaborate with Development Director to support grant applications and reporting processes Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Human Services, Early Childhood, or related field • 3+ years of experience in school age child care or a related youth-serving setting, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role • Strong coaching and communication skills with the ability to build trust with staff, families, and community partners • Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities across sites • Commitment to reflective practice, continuous improvement, and a positive program culture • Exceptional communication skills including written and verbal; ability to navigate challenging dynamics with professionalism and tact Preferred Qualifications • Maine Director credential or equivalent • Experience with multi-site program management • Familiarity with Maine's child care subsidy systems, licensing requirements, or COA/QRIS standards • Experience working with children with special needs, challenging behaviors, and social & emotional skills defecits • Experience with state systems including the affordability program, Maine Roads to Quality, ECE for ME, etc.