Before and After School Early Learning Professional/Site Director

AlphaBEST Education, Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. is seeking an early learning professional to lead and manage the after-school program at Penn Hills Elementary School in Pittsburgh.

You’ll oversee daily operations, schedules, staffing, and curriculum delivery in a structured, high-energy environment, while ensuring safety and licensing compliance. Ideal candidates have a degree in education or human services and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, special or elementary education or human services and 1 year of experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in relevant fields and 2 years of experience.
• Associate degree in the field and 3 years of experience.
• Associate degree with 30 credits and 4 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the site: schedules, ratios, staffing, and documentation.
• Oversee curriculum implementation and ensure activities meet program expectations.
• Build a safe and inclusive environment aligned with licensing requirements and AlphaBEST standards.
• Make child safety the top priority at all times.
• Maintain licensing compliance, documentation, and readiness for inspections.
• Track and manage site resources, attendance, and food program requirements.
• Supervise and mentor your site team, providing coaching and feedback, and ensuring training requirements are met.
• Represent AlphaBEST with professionalism at school and community events.
• Build strong relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership to support student success.

Skills

Child safety

Leadership

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in early childhood education

Bachelor's in human services

Associate degree with 30 credits in relevant field

Associate degree in early childhood education

Job description

$500.00 hiring bonus Elementary Education, Special education and early child care education associates or bachelors.

Human Service Field Degrees also qualify in the following areas( social work, psychology, sociology, criminal justice, human development/family studies/counseling/ mental health counseling/nursing-health sciences, human service management, home economics/family and consumer sciences.

Other degrees outside the education and human service degrees listed above will NEED 30 ADDITIONAL credits on your transcript in the subjects of elementary education, early child care education or special education.

Location(s): Penn Hills Elementary School located at 1079 Jefferson Rd Pittsburgh PA 15235

Pay: $25.00

Hours: Monday through Friday AM shift 7am-9am PM shift 1:30pm-6pm with benefits

Ready to lead with purpose?

AlphaBEST Education provides extended day, summer, and enrichment programs that are designed to inspire and engage students while they discover and learn beyond the school day in a fun, safe environment.

We're looking for an early learning professional who:

• Enjoys working with children in a structured, high-energy environment
• Feels confident taking the lead and running a smooth program
• Takes pride in delivering a high-quality student and family experience
• Takes child safety seriously and follows procedures closely
• Is flexible, reliable, and ready to jump in wherever needed

In this role, you will:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the site: schedules, ratios, staffing, and documentation
• Oversee/facilitate curriculum implementation and ensure activities meet program expectations
• Build a safe and inclusive environment aligned with licensing requirements and AlphaBEST standards
• Make child safety the top priority at all times
• Maintain licensing compliance, documentation, and readiness for inspections
• Track and manage site resources, attendance, and food program requirements
• Supervise and mentor your site team, providing coaching and feedback, and ensuring training requirements are met
• Represent AlphaBEST with professionalism at school and community events
• Build strong relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership to support student success

Requirements:

• (1) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. (2) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children. (3) An associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children. (4) An associate's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 4 years of experience with children.

Why Join Us?

This isn't just a job - it's your next step forward.

At AlphaBEST, we believe in boosting your potential. Whether you're exploring a future in education, leadership, or something entirely different, you'll gain real experience, hands‑on training, and the tools to take your next step with confidence.

Visit alphabest.org/careers to learn more about our benefits.

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