Area Manager- After School Program

Area Manager- Before & After School Program

Full Time

Location- Highland Park, IL

Do you have a passion for learning? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit, crave new challenges, and seek to make a difference? If so, the Area Manager position with AlphaBEST is perfect for you! The Area Manager will play a key role by providing multi-site operational leadership for our after-school programs.

Here's what you will need:

• BA or BS in a related field
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills are required, preferably in a multi-site environment
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Must be enthusiastic, energetic, creative and sensitive to children
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with a diverse population
• Knowledge of state policies and procedures regarding child care regulations
• Proven ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children

Pay & Benefits:

• Salary is based on education and experience
• Full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, disability benefits, retirement, life, and paid time off
• Deep discounts on program tuition (Bring your school-age child to work for $10/week)

As an AlphaBEST Area Manager, you'll be trained and mentored to do the following:

• Set the tone for your team, based on our core values: Children First, Have Fun, Value Connection, Drive Innovation, Lead with a "Yes" Mindset, BEST at what we do. Make it Right.
• Ensure the success of engaging programs that advance the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children throughout your area's program sites.
• Work collaboratively with peers and the Regional Leadership Team, staff, parents, and school administrators to develop AlphaBEST's brand in your area
• Respond to and resolve concerns from stakeholders
• Hire and develop exceptional, diverse, and high-performing team members including Site Directors and Group Leaders.
• Evaluate program safety and performance, making corrections as necessary.
• Build sustainable community partnerships with local business leaders and organizations.
• Maintain existing customer relationships and build new opportunities for growth.
• Provide a caring, family-oriented environment where positive staff, child, parent, and school relationships are fostered throughout your area of responsibility.

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