Learning and Development Manager, Alpha
Join Alpha to apply for the Learning and Development Manager, Alpha role. We're on a mission to reinvent education and are looking for a visionary leader to create unprecedented opportunities for our students.
This range is provided by Trilogy. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
Base pay range
$75.00 / hr - $150,000 / year
IMPORTANT NOTE : This is a full-time, in-person employee role located at either our Spotswood, NJ or Salt Lake City, UT campus. At Alpha, we're on a mission to reinvent education – and we're looking for a visionary leader to create unprecedented opportunities for our students.
In this role, you'll have the autonomy and support to take our cutting-edge learning approach to new heights. Anchored in learning science and powered by adaptive technology, we're redefining what's possible in education.
You'll be the catalyst, the coach, the strategist behind our Guides – our frontline learning facilitators who don't just teach, but inspire. Your leadership will shape how Alpha Guides connect with students, from developing playbooks and feedback mechanisms to modeling exceptional facilitation skills.
Imagine combining your elite coaching abilities with a hands-on passion for youth development. Imagine leading a team that ensures our students don't just succeed but thrive – uncovering hidden talents and life skills along the way.
Why choose Alpha?
- Competitive pay - we believe you shouldn't take a pay cut to work in education
- Generous benefits and time off - we value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package and paid time off
- Growth and learning culture - we model the growth & learning we expect our students to embrace, so you'll receive coaching, training, and opportunities for leadership
- Relocation assistance available for highly qualified candidates
What You Will Be Doing
Training and developing a team of Guides to implement the Alpha learning system with world-class excellenceCreating Guide Playbooks detailing best practices for facilitation, designing rewarding learning activities, and navigating challengesProviding regular, actionable feedback to Guides to amplify student engagement and achievementDirectly mentoring a small cohort of students, modeling expert coaching and motivation strategiesWhat You Won't Be Doing
Writing lesson plans – your Guides facilitate students' learning through adaptive apps; your focus is on training them to be exceptional facilitatorsLowering standards – if our passing grade is 100%, it's your job to maintain that barDelivering boring training – you'll coach Guides through engaging, high-energy, hands-on developmentBasic Requirements
Possess a Bachelor's degree in any field.At least 5 years of experience in education, learning and development, coaching, or a related field.Demonstrated experience developing and implementing innovative educational programs, curricula, or training initiatives.Strong leadership and mentorship skills with the ability to build, manage, and motivate high-performing teams.Experience working with youth (ages 5-18) in an educational or developmental capacity.Proficiency in data analysis and using metrics to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.Willingness to work on-site in Spotswood, NJ or Salt Lake City, UT.Legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.Alpha School is on a mission to reshape education with a bold approach that harnesses AI to accelerate learning and unleash student potential.
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