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

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

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:

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

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401K
• long-term disability
• paid leave time

Job Type: Full-time

Required Education

• Bachelor's