Lead Guide: Build Elite Coaching Teams & New Campuses

Alpha School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 156,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Benefits

Job summary

Alpha School is seeking a Coaching Manager (Lead Guide) to build and lead a team of Guides, drive high standards, and scale our K-12 model across campuses. This role focuses on coaching, life skills workshops, and student motivation rather than classroom teaching.

The position requires proven leadership in education, willingness to relocate to on-site campuses, and experience launching new teams or programs. Compensation is competitive with strong growth potential.

Qualifications

• Experience in education leadership and coaching roles.
• Strong ability to analyze data to drive improvements.
• Comfort with leading and developing teams of five or more people.

Responsibilities

• Coach Guides to deliver exceptional student experiences and maintain high standards.
• Lead life skills workshops developing communication and leadership in students.
• Motivate students to achieve ambitious learning goals and progress in self-directed programs.
• Use data, observations and coaching conversations to improve performance.
• Support opening new Alpha campuses with a culture of excellence and accountability.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Alpha School is seeking a Coaching Manager (Lead Guide) to build and lead a team of Guides, drive high standards, and scale our K-12 model across campuses. This role focuses on coaching, life skills workshops, and student motivation rather than classroom teaching.

The position requires proven leadership in education, willingness to relocate to on-site campuses, and experience launching new teams or programs. Compensation is competitive with strong growth potential.