Youth Program Leader: Build High-Impact Campuses

Alpha School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Benefits (W2)

Job summary

Alpha School seeks an experienced Youth Program Manager to lead high-performing Guides, develop leaders, and create an environment where K-12 students exceed expectations. This is a full-time, on-site role with relocation support across campuses including Boston, MA.

You will coach life-skills workshops, drive accountability, and build a culture of excellence that elevates student outcomes. The role emphasizes mentorship and performance-based growth rather than traditional classroom teaching,

Qualifications

• Willingness to work on-site at an Alpha campus (relocation support available).
• 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 making performance-based termination decisions.
• Demonstrated success using data to drive performance improvements.

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

Team leadership

Coaching

Data-driven decisions

Public speaking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/ psychology/ business

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Alpha School seeks an experienced Youth Program Manager to lead high-performing Guides, develop leaders, and create an environment where K-12 students exceed expectations. This is a full-time, on-site role with relocation support across campuses including Boston, MA.

You will coach life-skills workshops, drive accountability, and build a culture of excellence that elevates student outcomes. The role emphasizes mentorship and performance-based growth rather than traditional classroom teaching,