After School Care Director (Part-Time)

Location: Our Lady of Lourdes School, Indianapolis, IN

Posted: February 26, 2026

Position Overview

Our Lady of Lourdes School is seeking a dedicated, organized, and mission-driven After School Care Director to lead our after-school program. This position oversees program operations, supervises staff, ensures a safe and nurturing environment for children, and supports the social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual development of all participants.

Primary Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Operations

  • Manage the daily operations of the after-school care program in alignment with the policies of Our Lady of Lourdes School, the parish, and the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.
  • Maintain a developmentally appropriate, child-centered environment.
  • Recruit, interview, and recommend after-school care staff to the principal.
  • Maintain and update after-school care parent and staff handbooks.

Child Interaction & Safety

  • Interact positively and appropriately with children as a role model of Christian values.
  • Ensure counselors implement age-appropriate large and small group activities.
  • Guarantee continuous supervision of all children.
  • Comply with Safe Parish policies, including reporting concerns immediately.

Staff Support & Communication

  • Provide direction and support to part-time counselors.
  • Demonstrate effective collaboration and teamwork among staff.
  • Communicate openly and clearly with parents, staff, and the principal.

Program Environment & Administration

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe program space.
  • Ensure proper storage and safe use of toys, equipment, and supplies (per OSHA, HazMat, EPA guidelines).
  • Keep accurate program records.
  • Use sound judgment in all aspects of program operations.
  • Participate in required meetings and in-service training.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to ensure program success.

Qualifications

Skills & Abilities

  • Strong organizational and planning abilities.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to supervise multiple employees and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Professional interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive relationships.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize effectively.
  • Commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church.
  • Understanding of and adherence to Archdiocese of Indianapolis professional conduct expectations.

Education & Experience

  • Successful completion of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Child Safety Training.
  • Ability to meet all Archdiocesan Code of Conduct requirements.
  • Must pass a background check.
  • Experience working with children in school, youth group, camp, or childcare settings.

To Apply

Send a resume and cover letter to Angie Therber, Principal, atherber@ollindy.org.

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