District Manager - After School

AlphaBEST Education•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

AlphaBEST Education provides extended-day, summer, and enrichment programs for students. The District Manager provides multi-site operational leadership for before- and after-school programs in Northwest ISD, helping deliver the organization's mission and vision. The role leads and supports Site Directors and other staff and is accountable for district-wide performance, program quality, student safety, licensing compliance, and operational results. The position also builds relationships with school partners, families, and community organizations and works with regional leadership on local marketing, enrollment, and growth strategies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
CPR and First Aid certification required.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Ability to travel locally and attend company meetings and training sessions; travel may occasionally be out of state.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs.
Provide proof of experience as required by state childcare licensing regulations.
Successfully complete a background check as required by state childcare licensing regulations.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Organized and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and locations.
Ability to provide direction, set expectations, and hold teams accountable.
Commitment to child safety, program quality, and licensing compliance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Education, or a related field.
Master's degree or higher.
Previous experience in a school-age program or teaching setting.
Demonstrated leadership and team supervision experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee multiple programs, ensuring strong staffing, program quality, enrollment, financial management, and compliance.
Recruit, interview, and select qualified staff.
Lead, coach, and develop Site Directors and staff through regular communication, performance feedback, training, and professional development.
Set clear expectations, foster collaboration, and address performance or employee concerns.
Monitor program quality and ensure curriculum is implemented consistently across assigned sites.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve programs and the student experience.
Ensure assigned sites comply with state licensing regulations, safety requirements, and AlphaBEST standards.
Oversee staffing needs, employee performance, and retention, partnering with recruiting and operations teams to address staffing challenges.
Monitor enrollment, attendance, payments, deposits, and expenses to support district financial performance.
Review payroll, timesheets, expense reports, leave requests, and other employee documentation for accuracy and timely completion.
Resolve escalated concerns from parents, schools, and employees professionally.
Build and maintain relationships with school administrators, families, and community organizations.
Partner with Regional leadership on local marketing, enrollment, and growth strategies.
Conduct site quality evaluations and review program data to identify improvement opportunities and recognize strong performance.
Represent AlphaBEST at school meetings, community events, and other company initiatives.
Develop community partnerships and identify opportunities to increase AlphaBEST's presence and impact.