Site Director - Before and After School
AlphaBEST Education, Inc. · Cresskill, NJ · 2 wk ago
Management$17/hrPart-time
Location(s): Merritt School and Bryan School
Hours: 7:00–8:45 a.m. & 2:45–6:30 p.m.
About the role
AlphaBEST Education provides extended-day, summer, and enrichment programs designed to inspire and engage students beyond the school day. The Site Director role offers a part-time leadership opportunity to lead a meaningful before- and after-school program that helps children learn, grow, and thrive.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day site operations: schedules, ratios, staffing, and documentation
- Oversee and facilitate curriculum implementation to meet program expectations
- Build a safe, inclusive environment aligned with licensing requirements and AlphaBEST standards
- Make child safety the top priority at all times
- Maintain licensing compliance, documentation, and readiness for inspections
- Track and manage site resources, attendance, and food-program requirements
- Supervise and mentor site team, providing coaching, feedback, and ensuring training requirements are met
- Represent AlphaBEST professionally at school and community events
- Build strong relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership to support student success
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required; additional education preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain)
- At least 3 years of experience in a school-age program or teaching setting preferred
- Demonstrated experience in team leadership and supervision preferred
- Ability to work in a classroom setting with regular bending and lifting (up to 25 pounds)
Qualifications
This role is ideal for educators with experience in:
- Teaching or classroom leadership
- Youth programs
- Staff supervision or team leadership
We’re looking for an early-learning professional who:
- Enjoys working with children in a structured, high-energy environment
- Feels confident taking the lead and running a smooth program
- Takes pride in delivering a high-quality student and family experience
- Takes child safety seriously and follows procedures closely
- Is flexible, reliable, and ready to jump in wherever needed
Pay
$17.00/hour
Why join us
At AlphaBEST, we believe in boosting your potential. Whether you're looking for a few extra hours to extend your impact with students or hone your leadership skills, we provide the training and tools to take your next step with confidence.