Site Director - Castro Valley, CA
About The Position
AlphaBEST Education provides extended-day, summer, and enrichment programs designed to inspire and engage students as they learn beyond the school day in a fun, safe environment. The Site Director leads an after-school program and helps students learn, grow, and thrive. The role involves running a smooth, structured, high-energy program, delivering a high-quality experience for students and families, following child-safety procedures, and being flexible and reliable. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekends. Pay is $30–$33 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates must meet one of the listed education and experience pathways: a high school diploma or GED with specified college coursework and four years of licensed child-care teaching experience; an associate degree in a relevant field with specified coursework and two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with specified coursework and one year of experience; or a valid California Child Development Site Supervisor or Program Director Permit. Candidates must also complete 16 hours of health and safety training, including Pediatric First Aid/CPR, preventive health practices, and mandated reporter training, and pass Live Scan criminal background checks and Child Abuse Central Index clearance before starting on-site work. AlphaBEST offers hands-on training and experience intended to support employees’ development and future career steps.
Requirements
- Meet one of the following education and experience pathways:
- High school diploma or GED, 15 semester college units including 3 units in Administration/Staff Relations and 3 units in ECE/Child Development/School-Age courses, and 4 years of teaching experience in a licensed child care center.
- AA/AS in ECE, Child Development, or a related field, including 3 units in Administration/Staff Relations, and 2 years of licensed child care teaching experience.
- BA/BS in ECE, Child Development, or a related field, including 3 units in Administration/Staff Relations, and 1 year of licensed child care teaching experience.
- Valid California Child Development Site Supervisor or Program Director Permit issued by the CTC.
- Complete 16 hours of Health and Safety Training, including Pediatric First Aid/CPR, preventive health practices, and mandated reporter training.
- Pass Live Scan criminal background checks and Child Abuse Central Index clearance before starting on-site work.
Responsibilities
- Lead an after-school program that helps students learn, grow, and thrive.
- Run a smooth program in a structured, high-energy environment.
- Deliver a high-quality experience for students and families.
- Take child safety seriously and follow procedures closely.
- Be flexible, reliable, and ready to help wherever needed.
Benefits
- Hands-on training and experience to support career development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
