Education Program Architect & Coach

Alpha School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha is hiring an Education Program Manager to lead Guides, coach teams, and drive exceptional student experiences across multiple campuses. This full-time role emphasizes data-driven decision making, life-skills coaching, and building a culture of excellence in K-12 education.

Willingness to work on-site at Alpha campuses and help open new locations is required. The position offers relocation support and competitive benefits as part of a long-term growth opportunity in a fast-growing network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or Business (Master's degree preferred).
• At least 5 years of experience in education, coaching, learning and development, or related leadership role.
• Experience leading and developing teams of five or more people, including hiring and performance decisions.
• Demonstrated success using data to drive performance improvements.
• Experience working with children ages 5-14 in educational, coaching, or developmental settings.
• Experience building or launching a new team, program, or campus and willingness to open a new campus from zero.
• Willingness to work in a school model that rejects traditional lecture-based pedagogy.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coaching Guides to consistently deliver exceptional student experiences while maintaining Alpha's high standards.
• Leading engaging life skills workshops that develop communication, leadership, focus, and real-world skills for K-12 students.
• Motivating students to achieve ambitious learning goals and maximize progress in self-directed programs.
• Using data, observation, and coaching conversations to improve Guide performance and student outcomes.
• Helping launch and establish new Alpha campuses by building a culture centered on excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Data-driven decisions

People development

Education experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or Business

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Alpha is hiring an Education Program Manager to lead Guides, coach teams, and drive exceptional student experiences across multiple campuses. This full-time role emphasizes data-driven decision making, life-skills coaching, and building a culture of excellence in K-12 education.

Willingness to work on-site at Alpha campuses and help open new locations is required. The position offers relocation support and competitive benefits as part of a long-term growth opportunity in a fast-growing network.