Growth Coach for K-3: Elevate Students & Guides

Alpha School; Spotswood (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Alpha is hiring for a Youth Development Manager to coach Guides and students in K‑3, using data and observation to drive measurable growth. You will build coaching playbooks, mentor Guides, and document best practices to raise school-wide outcomes.

In this role you’ll work in person at Alpha campuses in New York City or Miami, with relocation support provided. A strong background in education and team leadership is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Business, Organizational Leadership, Child Development, or related field.
• At least 5 years working with elementary-aged children (5–9).
• Experience leading teams of five or more people and hiring decisions.
• Proven ability to improve performance using data and measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Coach Guides and students using performance data, classroom observations, and direct feedback to achieve measurable improvements.
• Facilitate workshops for K-3 students focused on communication, resilience, collaboration, accountability, focus, and life skills.
• Lead one-on-one and small-group coaching sessions linking motivation to academic growth and independence.
• Build and refine repeatable coaching playbooks to raise performance across the Guide team.
• Train and mentor Guides while modeling exceptional coaching and facilitation every day.

Skills

Team leadership

Data-driven coaching

Facilitation/public speaking

Coaching guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Alpha is hiring for a Youth Development Manager to coach Guides and students in K‑3, using data and observation to drive measurable growth. You will build coaching playbooks, mentor Guides, and document best practices to raise school-wide outcomes.

In this role you’ll work in person at Alpha campuses in New York City or Miami, with relocation support provided. A strong background in education and team leadership is essential for success.