Youth Development Leader: Coaching for Rapid Growth

Alpha School; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 156,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Six-figure salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Alpha School is seeking a Youth Development Manager to coach Guides and K-3 students using data-driven coaching. You will lead workshops, manage coaching sessions, and build playbooks that elevate performance across the Guides. You will mentor staff and shape best practices for measurable outcomes.

The role is in-person at Alpha campuses in New York City or Miami, with relocation support. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and hold a related degree with 5+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Business, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with elementary-aged children (ages 5–9).
• Experience leading teams of five or more people with hiring decisions.
• Proven ability to use data to drive improvements in outcomes.
• Strong storytelling and facilitation skills for children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Alpha's coaching program for K-3 students using data and observations.
• Facilitate workshops on communication, resilience, and life skills.
• Lead coaching sessions, linking motivation to academic growth.
• Develop repeatable coaching playbooks to raise performance.
• Mentor Guides and model exceptional coaching daily.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Data-driven

Feedback

Education

Bachelors in Education

Bachelors in Psychology

Bachelors in Organizational Leadership

Job description

Alpha School is seeking a Youth Development Manager to coach Guides and K-3 students using data-driven coaching. You will lead workshops, manage coaching sessions, and build playbooks that elevate performance across the Guides. You will mentor staff and shape best practices for measurable outcomes.

The role is in-person at Alpha campuses in New York City or Miami, with relocation support. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and hold a related degree with 5+ years of