Area Manager - After School

AlphaBEST Education - Northwest ISD

Pay:
Competitive salary based on education and experience

Ready to lead with purpose? AlphaBEST Education provides extended day, summer, and enrichment programs that are designed to inspire and engage students while they discover and learn beyond the school day in a fun, safe environment.

As an Area Manager
, you'll support Site Directors and Group Leaders across multiple locations, helping ensure high-quality programs, strong operations, licensing compliance, and positive relationships with families and school partners.

• Enjoys leading and supporting a team in a fast-paced, student-centered environment
• Feels confident coaching Site Directors and stepping in to support operations when needed
• Takes pride in delivering a high-quality, consistent experience for students, families, and school partners
• Makes child safety and licensing compliance a non-negotiable priority
• Is organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple sites and priorities

• Own the overall performance of multiple sites, including program quality, staffing, licensing compliance, and financial results
• Lead, evaluate, and develop Site Directors through regular one-on-ones, goal setting, and performance reviews
  
  Set priorities and strategic direction for your area to drive enrollment growth, retention, and operational consistency
• Serve as the primary relationship owner for school partners, district leaders, and key stakeholders
• Make final decisions related to staffing, corrective action, escalations, and site-level challenges
• Ensure all sites meet or exceed AlphaBEST standards for safety, curriculum delivery, and compliance
• Represent AlphaBEST as a senior leader at school meetings, community events, and company initiatives

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; BA or BS in Business Management, Education, or related field preferred. A master's degree or higher is a plus.
• CPR and First Aid certification required
• Previous experience in a school-age program or teaching setting preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and team supervision experience preferred
• Ability to travel locally and attend company meetings and training sessions (may include occasional out-of-state travel)
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs
• Provide proof of experience as required by state childcare licensing regulations
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check as required by state childcare licensing regulations

This isn't just a job - it's your next step forward.

At AlphaBEST, we believe in boosting your potential. Whether you're exploring a future in education, leadership, or something entirely different, you'll gain real experience, hands‑on training, and the tools to take your next step with confidence.