Before and After School Site Director/Early Learning Professional

AlphaBEST Education•Portsmouth, VA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

AlphaBEST Education is hiring a Site Director to lead a before- and after-school program at Simonsdale Elementary School in Portsmouth, Virginia. The program provides extended-day and enrichment activities in a fun, safe environment that supports students’ learning and development. The Site Director manages daily site operations, oversees program and curriculum delivery, maintains safety and licensing compliance, supervises staff, and builds relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with an AM shift from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and a PM shift from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $20.00; the posting does not specify a pay period. The role requires regular bending and lifting of up to 25 pounds. AlphaBEST describes the position as an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and training, and directs applicants to its careers website for information about benefits.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Meet one of the following qualification pathways: a graduate degree in a child-related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation and six months of programming experience; an endorsement or bachelor’s degree in a child-related field and one year of programming experience; 48 semester hours of college credit in a child-related subject, a CDA, or 72 quarter hours of college credit including 12 semester or 18 quarter hours in a child-related subject, plus one year of programming experience; or two years of programming experience, including one year in a staff supervisory capacity, and at least one year of the specified education background—a one-year early childhood certificate from a college or university consisting of at least 30 semester hours.
CPR and First Aid certification required.
Ability to work in a classroom setting with regular bending and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in team leadership and supervision.
Enjoyment of working with children in a structured, high-energy environment.
Confidence taking the lead and running a smooth program.
Commitment to delivering a high-quality student and family experience.
Attention to child safety and following procedures closely.
Flexibility, reliability, and readiness to help where needed.

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.
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.