Education Program Lead & Campus Launch Coach

Alpha School; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Alpha is hiring for an Education Program Manager to lead Guides, build high-performing teams, and drive ambitious outcomes across our campuses. This role centers on coaching, life-skills development, and data-informed decision making to raise student experiences beyond traditional expectations.

You will recruit, develop, and empower a team of Guides, launch new campuses, and establish a culture of excellence that blends accountability with continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in education, coaching, learning and development, or a related leadership role.
• Experience leading and developing teams of five or more people, including hiring and performance termination decisions.
• Demonstrated success using data to drive performance improvements.
• Experience working with children ages 5-14 in an educational, coaching, or developmental setting.
• Willingness to work on-site at Alpha campuses and relocate as needed.
• 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 other real-world skills for K-12 students.
• Motivating students to achieve ambitious learning goals and maximize progress in their self-directed academic 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

Coaching

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Team development

Public speaking

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Alpha is hiring for an Education Program Manager to lead Guides, build high-performing teams, and drive ambitious outcomes across our campuses. This role centers on coaching, life-skills development, and data-informed decision making to raise student experiences beyond traditional expectations.

You will recruit, develop, and empower a team of Guides, launch new campuses, and establish a culture of excellence that blends accountability with continuous improvement.