Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
District Manager - AlphaBEST in Northwest ISD
Pay: Competitive salary based on education and experience
Ready to lead with purpose?
AlphaBEST Education provides extended day, summer, and enrichment programs designed to inspire and engage students while they discover and learn beyond the school day in a fun, safe environment.
Do you have a passion for learning, enjoy new challenges, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students, families, and school communities? If so, the District Manager position at AlphaBEST may be the perfect opportunity for you.
As a District Manager, you'll provide multi-site operational leadership for our before- and after-school programs while helping bring the mission and vision of AlphaBEST to life. You'll play a key role in building successful teams, leading and supporting Site Directors and Group Leaders, and ensuring our programs provide a high-quality experience for students, families, and school partners.
We're looking for an experienced leader who:
- Enjoys leading, coaching, and developing teams across multiple locations
- Is confident providing direction, setting expectations, and holding teams accountable
- Takes ownership of district-wide performance and operational results
- Builds strong relationships with school districts, families, community partners, and internal teams
- Is organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities and locations
- Makes child safety, program quality, and licensing compliance a top priority
- Is motivated by growth, continuous improvement, and developing others
- Has strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
In this role, you will:
- Lead and oversee multiple AlphaBEST programs, ensuring strong performance in staffing, program quality, enrollment, financial management, and compliance.
- Recruit, interview, and select qualified staff who are passionate about working with children and supporting the AlphaBEST mission.
- Lead, coach, and develop Site Directors and staff through regular communication, performance feedback, training, and professional development.
- Build strong and cohesive teams by establishing clear expectations, fostering collaboration, and addressing performance or employee concerns effectively.
- Monitor and evaluate program quality and ensure curriculum is implemented consistently across assigned sites.
- Work with Site Directors and Group Leaders to identify opportunities for program improvement and implement strategies to enhance the student experience.
- Ensure all assigned sites maintain licensing and safety compliance in accordance with state regulations and AlphaBEST standards.
- Oversee staffing needs, employee performance, and retention and partner with recruiting and operations teams to address staffing challenges.
- Monitor enrollment, attendance, payments, deposits, and expenses to support strong financial performance across the district.
- Review and oversee payroll, timesheets, expense reports, leave requests, and other employee documentation to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
- Address escalated concerns from parents, schools, and employees by developing appropriate solutions and resolving them professionally.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with school administrators, families, and community organizations.
- Partner with Regional leadership to develop and implement local marketing, enrollment, and growth strategies.
- Conduct site quality evaluations and review program data to identify opportunities for improvement 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 within the communities we serve.
Requirements:
- 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 21 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
Why Join Us?
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.
Visit AlphaBEST.org/careers to learn more about our benefits.