Before & After School Childcare Professional- Site Director

AlphaBEST Education - David Douglas School District -Menlo Park Elementary School

12900 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97230

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 AlphaBEST Site Director, you'll lead a meaningful before and after-school program that helps kids learn, grow, and thrive.

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

In this role, you will:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the site: schedules, ratios, staffing, and documentation
• Oversee/facilitate curriculum implementation and ensure activities meet program expectations
• Build a safe and 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 your site team, providing coaching and feedback, and ensuring training requirements are met
• Represent AlphaBEST with professionalism at school and community events
• Build strong relationships with families, school staff, and AlphaBEST leadership to support student success
• M-F ***No weekends!***

Here's what you'll need:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree (in a related field) or equivalent experience
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check as required by Oregon childcare licensing regulations (CBR #)
• Provide proof of experience as required by OR childcare licensing standards

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.

Together, let's put more wonder in the world!

AlphaBEST is an Equal Opportunity Employer