Elementary School Teacher, Alpha

Elementary School Teacher, Alpha - $100,000/year USD

Apply for the Elementary School Teacher, Alpha - $100,000/year USD role at Crossover
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Base pay: $100,000/year USD (equivalent to $50/hr).

Locations:
Austin, TX;
Fort Worth, TX;
Tampa, FL;
Scottsdale, AZ (Phoenix).

Full health benefits from day one, HSA/FSA options, 401(k) Roth. Relocation assistance available.

• Guiding students to establish and reach personal learning objectives, helping them develop into self‑directed learners.
• Delivering focused instruction in foundational literacy and social‑emotional competencies with assistance from Reading Specialists.
• Creating a classroom culture that promotes curiosity and resilience through hands‑on, interactive learning activities.
• Adopting and leveraging AI‑driven educational tools to improve learning outcomes and prepare students for a technology‑enhanced future.
• Working alongside educators and counselors to address each student’s distinct learning path, adjusting to their individual needs and preferences.

• Using exclusively conventional teaching techniques without incorporating innovative technology.
• Applying standardized instructional methods—at Alpha, each child’s learning individuality is valued and cultivated.
• Prioritizing academic content while neglecting the critical role of social and emotional development.

• Lead the cultivation of independent learning habits and essential life skills for Kindergarten through 2nd‑grade students, establishing a foundation for both academic achievement and personal development.

• Must be able to work on‑site at one of the locations listed above.
• College degree in any discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with children ages 4‑8 in educational, after school, sports, or comparable environments.
• Demonstrated capacity to apply growth mindset principles and high‑performance coaching methods.
• Enthusiastic about integrating AI and technology into educational practice.
• Authorized to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship.

• Degree or certification related to early childhood learning (education, child development, reading intervention, etc.).
• Professional credentials or specialized training in early learning approaches such as CDA, Montessori, or Reggio Emilia.
• Background as a K‑2 classroom teacher, literacy specialist, or reading coach with formal training or professional development in phonics and reading frameworks.
• Prior work in environments focused on personalized learning and educational technology integration.

Alpha is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their protected status.

Alpha is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and during employment, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require any accommodations due to a disability, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

Alpha School is on a mission to reshape education with a bold approach that harnesses AI to accelerate learning and unleash student potential. They don’t play by the old rules. Alpha is creating a new paradigm where students master core academics in just two hours a day, freeing up time for hands‑on, passion‑driven learning that truly prepares them for the real world.

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 $50 USD/hour, which equates to $100,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. Payment is weekly.