Before & After School Site Director — Lead & Inspire

AlphaBEST Education, Inc; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is seeking a Site Director for our Perrywood Elementary School location in Largo, MD. Lead a high-energy before/after school program, ensuring safety, compliance, and engaging activities for students.

You will manage staffing, schedules, and documentation, oversee curriculum implementation, and build strong relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership to support student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a related field or equivalent credentials.
• At least one year of qualifying teaching experience in a licensed program.
• 90 Hour certification may be required for licensing compliance.
• Strong leadership and ability to run a structured before/after school program.
• Commitment to child safety and licensing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations: schedules, ratios, staffing, documentation.
• Oversee curriculum implementation and ensure activities meet program expectations.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment aligned with licensing standards.
• Prioritize child safety and comply with licensing requirements and inspections readiness.
• Track site resources, attendance, and food program requirements.
• Supervise and mentor site team; provide coaching and ensure training completion.
• Represent AlphaBEST professionally at school and community events; build relationships with families and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Program management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree (BS/BA in related field)

Associate's Degree (AS/AA in related field)

1-year state or nationally recognized credential (related to school-age care)

20 credits training + 1 year teaching experience (certified center)

30 credits training + 1 year teaching experience (certified center)

2+ years teaching experience (one year as teacher)

90 Hour certification for licensing requirements

Job description

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is seeking a Site Director for our Perrywood Elementary School location in Largo, MD. Lead a high-energy before/after school program, ensuring safety, compliance, and engaging activities for students.

You will manage staffing, schedules, and documentation, oversee curriculum implementation, and build strong relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership to support student success.