Before and After School Site Director

AlphaBEST Education, Inc.; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time benefits including health

Employee referral program

Friendships and fun in the paycheck

80% discount on AlphaBEST tuition

Job summary

AlphaBEST Education, Inc. seeks a Part-time Site Director to lead before and after school programs at Portsmouth elementary schools.

You will manage daily operations, staff ratios, and curriculum delivery while ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment for students. The role emphasizes leadership, licensing compliance, and building strong relationships with families and school staff to support student success.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a child-related field with programming experience.
• Bachelor's degree or endorsement in child-related field with programming experience.
• 48 sem. hours in a child-related subject or CDA or 72 quarter hours with one year programming.
• Two years of programming with one year in a supervisory capacity; early childhood certificate (30 sem. hours) included.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations: schedules, ratios, staffing, documentation.
• Oversee curriculum implementation and ensure program expectations.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment per licensing and AlphaBEST standards.
• Prioritize child safety at all times.
• Maintain licensing compliance, documentation, and inspections readiness.
• Track site resources, attendance, and food program requirements.
• Supervise and mentor the site team, providing coaching and training.
• Represent AlphaBEST professionally at school and community events.
• Build relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership.

Skills

Team leadership

Physical stamina

Education

Graduate degree in child-related field

Bachelor's degree or endorsement in child-related field

48 sem. hrs / CDA or 72 quarter hrs in child subject

Two years programming with supervisory experience / early childhood cert

Job description

Location(s): Simonsdale Elementary School Portsmouth VA and Victory Elementary School Portsmouth VA

Pay: $20.00

Hours: Monday through Friday AM shift 6am-8am PM shift 3:00pm-6pm

Requirements:

• A graduate degree in a child related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation form a college or university and six months of programming experience
• An endorsement or bachelors degree in a child related field such as elementary education, nursing or recreation form a college or university an done year of programming experience
• 48 semester hours of college credit in a child related subject or CDA or 72 quarter hours of college credit from a college or university of which 12 semester or 18 quarter hours are in a child related subject and one year of programming experience
• Tow years of programming experience with one year in a staff supervisory capacity and at least one year of the following education backgrounds: A one year early childhood certificate from a college or university that consists of at least 30 semester hours
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and supervision preferred
• Ability to work in a classroom setting with regular bending and lifting (up to 25 pounds)

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.

As an AlphaBEST Site Director, you'll lead a meaningful before and after school program that helps kids learn, grow, and thrive.

• Benefits/Perks:

  • Part-time benefits including health available
  • Employee referral program monetary incentive
  • Fun and friendships come with the paycheck
  • An 80% discount off current AlphaBEST program tuition rates for each eligible child in attendance.

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

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.