Area Manager: Before and After School Program

AlphaBEST Education, Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition discounts

Job summary

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is seeking Area Managers for Suffolk and Portsmouth, VA to lead school-based after‑care programs. You will mentor Site Directors and Group Leaders, set the tone for your team, and ensure engaging activities that support children's growth.

You will partner with school staff, families, and the Regional Leadership Team to expand AlphaBEST in your area, hire and develop staff, monitor safety, and nurture community connections while maintaining strong customer relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Business preferred; master's degree is a plus.
• Experience leading elementary school or after-school programs is strongly desired.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures for child care may be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Site Directors and Group Leaders to deliver engaging programs.
• Set the tone for your team based on AlphaBEST values and standards.
• Collaborate with school staff, parents, and administrators to grow AlphaBEST in your area.
• Respond to concerns and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Evaluate safety and performance, making corrections as needed.
• Build partnerships with local organizations and communities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Business

Master's degree or higher (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Before and After School Program Area Managers: Suffolk VA and Portsmouth VA

AlphaBEST Education: After school is where adventure begins! We aim to engage children and expand their horizons in safe, discovery-filled environments.

We are looking for proven leaders in the before and after-school space to join our team and create an exciting learning environment for our students and team members. You and your team will lead students through exciting daily adventures at multiple school-based sites.

As an AlphaBEST Area Manager, you'll be mentored to do the following:

• Set the tone for your team, based on our core values: Children First, Have Fun, Value Connection, Drive Innovation, Lead with a "Yes" Mindset, and BEST at what we do. Make it Right.
• Ensure the success of engaging programs that advance children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development throughout your area's sites.
• Work collaboratively with peers, the Regional Leadership Team, staff, parents, and school administrators to develop AlphaBEST in your area.
• Respond to and resolve stakeholders' concerns.
• Hire and develop exceptional, diverse, high-performing team members, including Site Directors and Group Leaders.
• Evaluate program safety and performance, making corrections as necessary.
• Build sustainable community partnerships with local business leaders and organizations.
• Maintain existing customer relationships and build new growth opportunities.
• Provide a caring, family-oriented environment where positive relationships among staff, children, parents, and schools are formed throughout your responsibility.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $50,000
• Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability benefits, retirement, life, and paid time off.
• Deep discounts on program tuition (Bring your school-age child to work for $10/week)

Here’s What You Need

• BA or BS in Education, Business Management, or a related field is preferred. A master's degree or higher is a plus.
• Previous experience in an elementary school setting, school administration, or school-age childcare setting is strongly desired.Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
• Knowledge of state policies and procedures regarding child care regulations.
• Basic Microsoft Office experience preferred.