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Build a Team. Grow a Community.\nThink Zone is looking for a hands-on leader to take ownership of our Redwood City Learning Center. This isn't a traditional administrative role-you'll have the opportunity to manage the day-to-day business of a growing education center, build relationships with local families, lead a team of tutors, and help drive student enrollment and center growth.\nIf you're early in your management career and looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership, build leadership experience, and grow with an expanding organization, this could be a great next step.\nAbout Think Zone\nThink Zone is a growing network of Bay Area learning centers helping K-8 students strengthen their math skills, confidence, and independent thinking.\nWe combine thoughtfully designed curriculum, technology-driven learning tools, and dedicated in-person support to create personalized learning experiences for students and families.\nAs we continue expanding across the Bay Area, we're looking for people who want to grow with us and help shape what the Think Zone learning center experience becomes.\nWhat You'll Own\nCenter Operations & Leadership\nTake ownership of the day-to-day operations and performance of the Redwood City center\nManage scheduling, classrooms, learning resources, and overall center organization\nRecruit, onboard, coordinate, and support tutors with guidance from HQ\nBuild a positive, accountable, and collaborative center culture\nStudent & Family Experience\nBuild strong relationships with students and families\nServe as a key point of contact throughout the student journey\nMonitor student progress and partner with families to support learning outcomes\nCreate a welcoming and engaging experience that keeps families connected to Think Zone\nEnrollment & Center Growth\nHelp prospective families understand Think Zone's programs and learning approach\nSupport trial classes and convert interested families into long-term enrollments\nBuild relationships with local schools and community organizations\nSupport local events, outreach, referrals, and other growth initiatives\nTake ownership of enrollment and retention goals with support from the broader team\nWho We're Looking For\nYou may be a great fit if you:\nHave a bachelor's degree\nEnjoy working with students, families, and teams\nCommunicate confidently and build relationships easily\nAre organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities\nTake initiative instead of waiting to be told what to do\nEnjoy solving problems and taking ownership of results\nWant to develop your skills in operations, people management, customer experience, and business growth\nCan work full-time and in person in Redwood City\nExperience in education, operations, customer success, hospitality, retail management, sales, or team leadership is a plus, but we are open to candidates from different backgrounds who demonstrate strong leadership potential.\nCompensation & Benefits\nCompensation\n$30/hour base pay\nStudent enrollment commission\nAdditional performance bonus opportunities\nBenefits\nHealth insurance\nPaid sick 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