Area Manager - Before & After School Programs (Multi-Site)

AlphaBEST Education, Inc.; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Long-term Disability

Paid Leave

Job summary

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is seeking an Area Manager based in LaPlata, MD, overseeing Charles County and Prince George's County elementary sites.

The role focuses on building a strong team, ensuring program quality, and maintaining licensing compliance while collaborating with regional leadership. The ideal candidate will have education-related leadership experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a hands-on approach to coaching staff across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Education, Business Management or related field is preferred.
• Master's degree or higher is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication and supervisory capabilities required.
• Experience in elementary school setting or school-age childcare desired.

Responsibilities

• Actively recruit internal and external talent and manage onboarding and development of your team.
• Conduct interviews and select staff passionate about children and learning.
• Build a cohesive team through collaboration and conflict management.
• Set clear standards and provide timely feedback.
• Monitor staff performance and ensure program quality.
• Understand and maintain knowledge of current curriculum used at sites.
• Evaluate program progress and work with Site Directors on enhancements.
• Ensure licensing compliance at all sites per state regulations.
• Partner with Regional Director on local marketing strategies.
• Maintain financial controls including enrollment, attendance, payroll, and expenses.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Multisite management

Education

BA or BS in Education, Business Management or related field

Master's degree or higher

Job description

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is seeking an Area Manager based in LaPlata, MD, overseeing Charles County and Prince George's County elementary sites.

The role focuses on building a strong team, ensuring program quality, and maintaining licensing compliance while collaborating with regional leadership. The ideal candidate will have education-related leadership experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a hands-on approach to coaching staff across multiple sites.