Area Manager - After School

AlphaBEST Education•Argyle, TX

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 environment, feels confident coaching Site Directors and stepping in to support operations when needed, takes pride in delivering a high-quality, consistent experience for students, families, and school partners, makes child safety and licensing compliance a non-negotiable priority, and is organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple sites and priorities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
BA or BS in Business Management, Education, or related field preferred
CPR and First Aid certification required
Ability to travel locally and attend company meetings and training sessions (may include occasional out-of-state travel)
Must be at least 18 years old
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs
Provide proof of experience as required by state childcare licensing regulations
Must be able to successfully complete a background check as required by state childcare licensing regulations

Nice To Haves

A master's degree or higher is a plus
Previous experience in a school-age program or teaching setting preferred
Demonstrated leadership and team supervision experience preferred

Responsibilities

Own the overall performance of multiple sites, including program quality, staffing, licensing compliance, and financial results
Lead, evaluate, and develop Site Directors through regular one-on-ones, goal setting, and performance reviews
Set priorities and strategic direction for your area to drive enrollment growth, retention, and operational consistency
Serve as the primary relationship owner for school partners, district leaders, and key stakeholders
Make final decisions related to staffing, corrective action, escalations, and site-level challenges
Ensure all sites meet or exceed AlphaBEST standards for safety, curriculum delivery, and compliance
Represent AlphaBEST as a senior leader at school meetings, community events, and company initiatives