Youth Program Lead: Build Teams & Launch Campuses

Crossover; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 149,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Alpha is hiring a Lead Guide to build and lead a high-performing coaching team across select campuses. You will coach Guides, run life skills workshops, and foster a culture of excellence focused on student growth and accountability.

You will also help launch new campuses and drive continuous improvement through data-driven coaching conversations. The role requires 5+ years in education/leadership, a relevant degree (Master's preferred), and willingness to work on-site with relocation support in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Business, or 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 teams of five or more people, including hiring and performance-based 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 an Alpha campus with relocation support available.
• 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

Leadership

Coaching

Data-driven decisions

Team management

Public speaking

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Alpha is hiring a Lead Guide to build and lead a high-performing coaching team across select campuses. You will coach Guides, run life skills workshops, and foster a culture of excellence focused on student growth and accountability.

You will also help launch new campuses and drive continuous improvement through data-driven coaching conversations. The role requires 5+ years in education/leadership, a relevant degree (Master's preferred), and willingness to work on-site with relocation support in