Before & After School Site Director

AlphaBEST Education • Upper Marlboro, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Before & After School Site Director leads the daily operations of an AlphaBEST before- and after-school program at Perrywood Elementary School in Largo, Maryland. The role supports a safe, inclusive, engaging environment where children can learn and grow beyond the school day. The director oversees staffing, schedules, ratios, documentation, curriculum implementation, licensing compliance, site resources, attendance, and food program requirements. They supervise and coach the site team and build relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership. The listed schedule is an AM shift from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and a PM shift from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $21.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs.
• Must be registered with and fully cleared by the state childcare licensing agency.
• Must provide proof of experience required by state childcare licensing regulations through one of the listed qualification pathways: a related bachelor's or associate degree; a one-year state- or nationally recognized credential related to school-age care; 20 semester credits or 30 quarter credits of college training plus at least one year of qualifying teaching experience in a certified childcare center or comparable group care program; or at least two years of qualifying teaching experience in such a program, including at least one year as a teacher.
• 90-hour certification for licensing requirements: 45 hours in growth and development and 45 hours in school-age curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, including schedules, ratios, staffing, and documentation.
• Oversee and facilitate curriculum implementation and ensure activities meet program expectations.
• Build a safe and inclusive environment aligned with licensing requirements and AlphaBEST standards.
• Prioritize child safety and follow procedures closely.
• Maintain licensing compliance, documentation, and readiness for inspections.
• Track and manage site resources, attendance, and food program requirements.
• Supervise and mentor the site team, provide coaching and feedback, and ensure training requirements are met.
• Represent AlphaBEST professionally at school and community events.
• Build strong relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership to support student success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED