Before and After School Program Director-San Ramon

About the role

Our mission is to craft a transformative experience where each child's curiosity is ignited, creativity is nurtured, and a genuine sense of adventure and belonging is fostered. As the Program Director you will lead the creation of an environment that sparks excitement and discovery for both children and staff, shaping the future of our innovative after‑school program.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fun and dedicated team of professionals to deliver the highest quality care, learning, and excitement to children.
• Train AlphaBEST staff on how to nurture children and ignite their sense of wonder.
• Provide a caring, family‑oriented environment where positive staff, child, parent, and school relationships are fostered.
• Encourage creativity and intellectual curiosity by building on students' interests and talents.

Requirements

• Education and Units: 12 core semester units in early childhood education/development and 3 semester units in Administration or Staff Relations.
• Experience: 4 years of teaching experience in a supervised group child‑care center.
• Alternative qualifications (any one of the following):
  • Degree in child development, 3 units in Administration, and 2 years of teaching experience.
  • BA degree in child development, 3 units in Administration, and 1 year of teaching experience.
  • Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or Program Director Permit (School‑Age Director per Health and Safety Code Section 1597.21).
  • Option 1: 24 semester units in child development, recreation, or a related field; 6 semester units in administration and supervision; 2 years of experience working with school‑age children in a group setting.
  • Option 2: Bachelor’s degree in child development, recreation, or a related field; 3 semester units in administration and supervision; 1 year of experience working with school‑age children in a group setting.
  • Option 3: School‑Age Site Supervisor Permit or Program Director Permit.

Benefits

• Employee referral program – up to $400 for every successful new hire you refer.
• Fun and friendships come with the paycheck.

Schedule

Must be available Monday – Friday, 8 am – 6 pm (work schedule and hours are based on attendance). No weekends.