Area Manager: Before and After School Program

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K

Long-term disability

Paid leave time

Job summary

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is seeking a full-time Area Manager to lead teams across Charles and Prince George Counties' elementary sites.

The role requires hands-on leadership, recruitment, and performance coaching to improve student programming and site operations. You will manage onboarding, staffing, licensing compliance, and financial controls while partnering with the Regional Director on marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or higher preferred.
• Experience in elementary school setting or school-age childcare.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills in multi-site environments.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Ability to work across Charles and PG County sites.

Responsibilities

• Actively recruit internal and external talent. Manage onboarding and development of your team.
• Conduct interviews and select staff passionate about children and learning.
• Build a cohesive team with collaboration, relationships, and conflict management to meet goals.
• Articulate standards, ask questions, listen, and provide timely feedback.
• Set high performance standards for self and others; assume responsibility for tasks.
• Observe, coach, train and provide feedback to staff on programming.
• Understand and maintain knowledge of current curriculum used in sites.
• Evaluate program quality and progress; work with Site Directors on enhancements.
• Ensure licensing compliance at all sites according to state regulations.
• Partner with the Regional Director to develop and implement local marketing strategies.
• Maintain a weekly/monthly financial control system including enrollment, payments, and staff hours.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff recruitment and onboarding

Interviewing

Effective communication

Conflict resolution

Performance management

Curriculum knowledge

Licensing compliance

Budgeting/payroll oversight

Education

BA/BS in Education or Business Management

Job description

FULL-TIME - AREA MANAGER - Charles County combined with Prince George County Elementary Schools

This position will be based at our Support Office in LaPlata Maryland and will require travel as necessary to sites across Charles and PG County Elementary Schools

About AlphaBEST

Founded in 2005, AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is a premier before and after school provider recognized for learning innovation we lead the way in shaping future generations! Our brand is among the best known and respected in the industry and here's why:

1. We put the children at the center of everything we do - every day.
2. We set the gold standard for curricula, operational efficiency and accountability.
3. We retain qualified staff members who excel as passionate learning instructors.
4. We focus on a performance-based partnership with our schools and families delivering innovative learning and fostering a sense of security.
5. We make learning and fun work together.

About the Area Manager Position

The Area Manager will build a successful team while having a positive impact on students, parents, and schools. The candidate will ideally take a hands‑on approach, be results oriented and capable of motivating others. Effective communication and problem‑solving skills are essential for the candidate's success.

If you thrive in an environment that promotes success through creativity, innovation, and collaboration, you will excel as a member of our team. Join our growing team of committed individuals with a passion for children and learning!

In this exciting role, you'll have the chance to do the following:

• Actively recruit internal and external talent from diverse backgrounds. Manage the onboarding and development of your team.
• Conduct interviews and select appropriate staff members who are passionate about children and learning.
• Build a successful and cohesive team by providing collaborative opportunities, establishing and maintaining good working relationships, and utilizing effective conflict management techniques to accomplish team goals.
• Articulate clear standards and expectations, asks questions and actively listen, and give timely effective feedback.
• Set high standards of performance for self and others; assume responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
• Observe, monitor, coach, train and provide feedback to staff around programming.
• Understand and maintain in-depth knowledge of current curriculum utilized in the sites.
• Evaluate on a regular basis, program quality and progress towards programming goals. Work with Site Directors and Education Specialists on programming enhancements.
• Ensure licensing compliance at all sites according to the state regulations.
• Partner with the Regional Director to develop, and implement local marketing strategies.
• Maintain a weekly and monthly financial control system to include: a review of enrollment and attendance, payments and deposits, delinquent accounts and expenses related to personnel hours along with snack and supply purchases.
• Review, monitor and submit payroll, staff timesheets, expense reports, leave requests and other employee action forms in a timely manner.
• Recognize parent, school, and staff concerns; develop a course of action to reassure and resolve problems appropriately.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing customers and build positive rapport throughout the community and within the industry.
• Conduct and administer site quality evaluations, surveys (student, parents, school administration, and staff) and other data gathering research to identify areas in need of improvement and/or to recognize sites/staff who are meeting or exceeding organizational goals.
• Direct community involvement, seek opportunities to serve the community by building partnerships with community organizations, leaders, and businesses.

Here is what you will need:

• BA or BS in Education, Business Management or related field preferred. Master's degree or higher a plus.
• Previous experience in an elementary school setting, school administration, or in school-age childcare setting strongly desired.
• Strong organizational, communication and supervisory skills required, preferably in a multi-site environment.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Must be enthusiastic, energetic, creative and sensitive to children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
• Knowledge of state policies and procedures regarding child care regulations.
• Proven ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.
• Basic Microsoft Office experience preferred.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

50,000 Salary

AlphaBEST offers a competitive salary based on education and experience.

We offer a strong benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and life insurance along with 401K, long-term disability and paid leave time.

Job Type: Full‑time

Required education:

• Bachelor's