Director of Family Engagement, Alpha - $200,000/year USD

Director of Family Engagement Compensation: $200,000 per year. Location: On‑site in Palo Alto, Piedmont, San Francisco, La Jolla, or Los Angeles. Benefits include health, vision, dental, 401(k), PTO, and more. The families you serve don't require additional services. They require someone they trust unconditionally. This position occupies the heart of that trust. You will be the individual families turn to when something doesn't feel right, when perspective is needed, or when they wish to share what matters most. Not by obligation—but because you have earned their confidence. How you show up will define their experience of their child's education across one of five California locations: Palo Alto, Piedmont, downtown San Francisco, La Jolla, or South Bay (Los Angeles). Alpha is constructing a fundamentally different school. Students finish core academics in two hours daily through AI‑powered platforms, then dedicate remaining time to public speaking, critical thinking, and real‑world execution. No lectures. No busywork. Top 1% outcomes nationally. Our families are sophisticated, well‑counseled, and frequently skeptical. They demand clear thinking, not rehearsed responses. You will steward that dialogue over time. Not simply at enrollment, but across years. You will speak with authority about AI—its mechanisms, its shortcomings, and its significance—particularly with families who build companies, fund them, or demand precision in every choice. If you cannot sustain that caliber of conversation, this role will prove challenging. If you can, it becomes among the most intellectually stimulating positions in education. This is not client management. This is enduring trust with ultra‑high‑net‑worth families who demand discretion, judgment, and reliability. If that setting feels natural—and you leverage AI daily to think, write, and execute with greater speed—you will see the opportunity instantly. What You Will Be Doing Steward the complete relationship with every family on campus, cultivating trust that deepens with time Identify concerns proactively and address them with discretion, urgency, and considered judgment Ensure strong visibility during critical moments: morning drop‑off, afternoon pick‑up, and intentional parent gatherings Facilitate ongoing, substantive conversations about Alpha's AI‑driven model with highly analytical, technology‑oriented families Architect and iterate on community experiences that foster belonging, advocacy, and referral activity What You Won’t Be Doing Managing admissions funnels or enrollment targets—your work begins after families join Operating from behind a desk or relying on email alone—this demands a high‑presence approach Following scripts or deflecting difficult questions about AI or education Depending on rigid processes—you will establish systems where they are absent Treating families as accounts—this role values judgment over task execution Director of Family Engagement Key Responsibilities Establish and maintain deep trust with ultra‑high‑net‑worth families, ensuring sustained retention, advocacy, and confidence in Alpha's AI‑powered education model. Basic Requirements Based in or able to commute daily to Palo Alto, Piedmont, San Francisco, La Jolla, or Los Angeles 5+ years working directly with UHNW individuals or families in private schools, private equity, family offices, or elite client service environments Proven ability to navigate complex, high‑stakes relationships with discretion and sound judgment Active, daily user of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity) with the ability to clearly explain AI capabilities, risks, and limitations Strong presence and communication style that earns credibility with highly educated, high‑expectation families Familiarity with private or independent school ecosystems, either professionally or personally Availability for early mornings, late afternoons, and select evening or weekend events Nice‑to‑have Requirements Existing relationships within local private school or UHNW communities Experience working with founders, investors, or tech executives Track record of building communities or experiences that drive organic referrals Experience in early‑stage or high‑growth environments where ambiguity is high Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, confident conversations About Alpha Alpha reimagines the school day around faster learning, stronger mentorship, and more time for students to build real‑world skills. Roles with real student impact Alpha hires teachers (guides), operators, admissions experts, school & curriculum leaders, and remote team members. Education work that pays like it matters Alpha offers six‑figure roles for people ready to help build a radically better school experience. A culture built for builders Alpha is fast‑moving, ambitious, and student focused. It’s for people who want to improve the system, not maintain it. Working with us This is a full‑time (40 hours per week), long‑term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $100 USD/hour, which equates to $200,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult for more details on this topic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crossover for Work