Area Manager - After School

AlphaBEST Education - Northwest ISDPay: Competitive salary based on education and experienceReady to lead with purpose?AlphaBEST Education provides extended day, summer, and enrichment programs that are designed to inspire and engage students while they discover and learn beyond the school day in a fun, safe environment.As an Area Manager, you'll support Site Directors and Group Leaders across multiple locations, helping ensure high-quality programs, strong operations, licensing compliance, and positive relationships with families and school partners.We're looking for an early learning professional who:Enjoys leading and supporting a team in a fast-paced, student-centered environmentFeels confident coaching Site Directors and stepping in to support operations when neededTakes pride in delivering a high-quality, consistent experience for students, families, and school partnersMakes child safety and licensing compliance a non-negotiable priorityIs organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple sites and prioritiesIn this role, you will:Own the overall performance of multiple sites, including program quality, staffing, licensing compliance, and financial resultsLead, evaluate, and develop Site Directors through regular one-on-ones, goal setting, and performance reviewsSet priorities and strategic direction for your area to drive enrollment growth, retention, and operational consistencyServe as the primary relationship owner for school partners, district leaders, and key stakeholdersMake final decisions related to staffing, corrective action, escalations, and site-level challengesEnsure all sites meet or exceed AlphaBEST standards for safety, curriculum delivery, and complianceRepresent AlphaBEST as a senior leader at school meetings, community events, and company initiativesRequirements:High School Diploma or equivalent required; BA or BS in Business Management, Education, or related field preferred. A master's degree or higher is a plus.CPR and First Aid certification requiredPrevious experience in a school-age program or teaching setting preferredDemonstrated leadership and team supervision experience preferredAbility to travel locally and attend company meetings and training sessions (may include occasional out-of-state travel)Must be at least 18 years oldAbility to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needsProvide proof of experience as required by state childcare licensing regulationsMust be able to successfully complete a background check as required by state childcare licensing regulationsWhy Join Us?This isn't just a job - it's your next step forward.At AlphaBEST, we believe in boosting your potential. Whether you're exploring a future in education, leadership, or something entirely different, you'll gain real experience, hands-on training, and the tools to take your next step with confidence.Visit AlphaBEST.org/careers to learn more about our benefits.