Educator, Alpha

Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $50.00/hr

• On-site position in Austin, TX;
  Fort Worth, TX;
  Tampa, FL; or Scottsdale (Phoenix), AZ
• $100,000 annual salary with weekly pay. Comprehensive health benefits from day one, HSA/FSA options, 401(k) Roth
• Relocation assistance provided

Alpha School invites educators ready to transform early childhood learning. This role goes beyond traditional teaching—you will act as a learning coach, guiding Kindergarten through 2nd-grade (K-2) students as they explore their educational journeys with curiosity and determination.

Our approach challenges conventional methods through the 2-Hour Learning program, which leverages AI-driven adaptive platforms to deliver personalized instruction. Students work with advanced educational software while receiving direct, hands-on support in foundational reading and writing from educators trained in evidence-based methodologies. This integration ensures young learners progress academically while developing critical social and emotional competencies under your guidance.

Alpha offers more than a teaching position—it provides a pathway for professional advancement. We deliver competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for growth within a technology-enabled educational setting. If you are committed to advancing the future of education and skilled at forming impactful relationships with young students, this team is where you belong.

• Guiding students in establishing and reaching personal learning objectives, cultivating their capacity for self-directed education.
• Delivering focused instruction in social-emotional development and early literacy, working alongside Reading Specialists.
• Creating a classroom atmosphere that promotes curiosity and resilience through hands-on, interactive learning activities.
• Adopting and applying AI-powered educational tools to improve learning outcomes, equipping students for a future where technology and traditional instruction converge.
• Working collaboratively with educators and counselors to support each child's distinct learning path, adjusting to diverse needs and learning preferences.

• 🚫 Depending exclusively on conventional teaching practices without incorporating modern educational technology.
• 🚫 Applying uniform instructional methods—at Alpha, individual learning differences are valued and supported.
• 🚫 Prioritizing academic outcomes at the expense of students' emotional and social growth.

• 💡 Lead the cultivation of independent learning skills and life competencies for Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students, preparing young learners for both educational achievement and personal development.

• Available to work on-site at one of our locations:
  Austin, TX;
  Fort Worth, TX;
  Tampa, FL; or Scottsdale (Phoenix), AZ.
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children ages 4 - 8 years old in educational, after school, sports, or comparable environments.
• Demonstrated ability to apply growth mindset principles and high-performance coaching methods.
• Eager and comfortable integrating AI and other technologies into teaching practice.
• Authorized to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship.

• Degree or certification in early childhood education, child development, reading intervention, or a related area.
• Professional certifications or specialized training in early childhood methodologies including CDA, Montessori, or Reggio Emilia.
• Background as a K-2 classroom teacher, reading coach, or literacy specialist with formal training or professional development in reading and phonics frameworks.
• Familiarity with environments that prioritize individualized learning approaches 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.