Coaching Manager: Lead Guides, Elevate Student Growth

Alpha School; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 164,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Alpha School seeks a Lead Guide to build and coach high-performing Guides, shaping a culture of excellence across campuses. You will develop leaders, run life-skills workshops, and motivate students toward ambitious learning goals in a data-informed environment.

The role focuses on coaching and culture rather than traditional classroom teaching, with relocation options and opportunities to help open new campuses in a growing network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Business, or related field; Master's preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in education, coaching, or leadership.
• Experience leading teams of five or more people, including hiring and performance-based termination.
• Proven ability to use data to drive performance improvements.
• Experience working with children ages 5-14 in educational/ coaching settings.

Responsibilities

• Coach Guides to deliver exceptional student experiences while upholding high standards.
• Lead life skills workshops developing communication, leadership, focus, and real-world skills for K-12 students.
• Motivate students to achieve ambitious learning goals and maximize progress in self-directed programs.
• Use data, observation, and coaching conversations to improve Guide performance and student outcomes.
• Help launch and establish new Alpha campuses by building a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Coaching

Data-driven

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Business, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Alpha School seeks a Lead Guide to build and coach high-performing Guides, shaping a culture of excellence across campuses. You will develop leaders, run life-skills workshops, and motivate students toward ambitious learning goals in a data-informed environment.

The role focuses on coaching and culture rather than traditional classroom teaching, with relocation options and opportunities to help open new campuses in a growing network.