Area Manager: Before and After School Program

AlphaBEST Education • Gainesville, VA

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About The Position

AlphaBEST is hiring an Area Manager to oversee before- and after-school programs at multiple school-based sites in Prince William County/Manassas and Haymarket, Virginia. The role involves leading teams and supporting engaging, safe programs that promote children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development. The Area Manager collaborates with colleagues, regional leaders, staff, parents, and school administrators; addresses stakeholder concerns; develops staff and community partnerships; and maintains customer relationships while identifying opportunities for growth. The position is full-time and pays $50,000. Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, retirement, life insurance, and paid time off. Employees also receive deep discounts on program tuition, including the option to bring a school-age child to work for $10 per week.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
• Knowledge of state policies and procedures regarding child care regulations.

Nice To Haves

• A BA or BS in Education, Business Management, or a related field is preferred.
• A master’s degree or higher is a plus.
• Previous experience in an elementary school setting, school administration, or school-age childcare is strongly desired.
• Basic Microsoft Office experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set the tone for the team in keeping with AlphaBEST’s core values.
• Ensure engaging programs support children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development across the area’s sites.
• Collaborate with peers, the Regional Leadership Team, staff, parents, and school administrators to develop AlphaBEST in the area.
• Respond to and resolve stakeholder concerns.
• Hire and develop exceptional, diverse, high-performing team members, including Site Directors and Group Leaders.
• Evaluate program safety and performance and make corrections as necessary.
• Build sustainable community partnerships with local business leaders and organizations.
• Maintain existing customer relationships and develop new growth opportunities.
• Provide a caring, family-oriented environment that fosters positive relationships among staff, children, parents, and schools.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Disability benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Deep discounts on program tuition, including the option to bring a school-age child to work for $10 per week

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager