What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor, Alpha - $100,000/year USD position at Crossover?
LOCATION NOTE: This position is based in person at our Brownsville, Texas campus. We offer relocation support.
Do you excel at challenging conventional approaches? Are you drawn to opportunities that combine meaningful challenge, bold adventure, and the power to transform lives? Alpha Schools represents a fusion of educational innovation and unlimited possibility—and we want you to join our pioneering work at the Brownsville campus.
Alpha is not a traditional school; it's a transformation. Move beyond lectures, static classrooms, and standardized testing. Picture instead an environment where children achieve double the learning in half the time, supported by you—a dynamic, motivational leader—who transforms education into an exciting journey toward mastery and essential life competencies. A unique detail: SpaceX is our neighbor. The cutting edge of learning meets the cutting edge of space innovation.
Alpha students go beyond traditional learning. They excel academically through adaptive technology and mastery-driven approaches, while simultaneously building essential capabilities such as public speaking, leadership, and critical problem-solving. We need someone who can ignite the drive that propels students to embrace challenges and unlock their full potential.
Consider applying if…
What You Will Be Doing
Basic Requirements
Want to join a learning rebellion that’s transforming the traditional classroom?
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.
Alpha School is rewriting the rules of education.
Sounds too good to be true? It’s not.
There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!
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 $50 USD/hour, which equates to $100,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5234-US-Chicago-Counselor.001
Do you excel at challenging conventional approaches? Are you drawn to opportunities that combine meaningful challenge, bold adventure, and the power to transform lives? Alpha Schools represents a fusion of educational innovation and unlimited possibility—and we want you to join our pioneering work at the Brownsville campus.
Alpha is not a traditional school; it's a transformation. Move beyond lectures, static classrooms, and standardized testing. Picture instead an environment where children achieve double the learning in half the time, supported by you—a dynamic, motivational leader—who transforms education into an exciting journey toward mastery and essential life competencies. A unique detail: SpaceX is our neighbor. The cutting edge of learning meets the cutting edge of space innovation.
Alpha students go beyond traditional learning. They excel academically through adaptive technology and mastery-driven approaches, while simultaneously building essential capabilities such as public speaking, leadership, and critical problem-solving. We need someone who can ignite the drive that propels students to embrace challenges and unlock their full potential.
Consider applying if…
- You're prepared to help reimagine the possibilities of education.
- You have a background in motivating, inspiring, or mentoring young people in unconventional environments (such as camp counseling, sports coaching, etc.).
- You embody the qualities of a role model with infectious passion for excellence.
- A distinctive adventure: This extends beyond employment—it's a chance to participate in an educational transformation within a dynamic, distinctive community.
- Meaningful impact: Contribute to developing a new generation of learners who excel both academically and emotionally.
- Strong compensation: You should not sacrifice income to pursue work that matters to you.
- Professional advancement: We invest in your growth through coaching, training programs, and leadership tracks.
- A collaborative, purpose-driven team: Become part of a community of dedicated high achievers who share a vision for reinventing education.
What You Will Be Doing
- Facilitating Workshops: Create and deliver workshops that prompt students to think, "I never knew I was capable of this!" You'll teach practical skills—from public speaking to entrepreneurship—that truly inspire.
- Conducting daily Motivation Sessions: Begin each day by guiding students to establish meaningful goals and develop the mindset to achieve them.
- Supporting student achievement: Apply tested frameworks to ensure every student reaches ambitious academic and personal objectives.
- Developing individualized motivational approaches: Collaborate with students to create reward systems and incentives that foster intrinsic excellence.
- Conventional instruction: Leave behind chalkboards and traditional lectures. At Alpha, students master core subjects through advanced applications—your function is to mentor, inspire, and enhance their educational experience.
- Implementing discipline: We reject punitive measures. You will instead employ reasoning and positive reinforcement to build a respectful, dynamic learning environment.
Basic Requirements
- Ability to work on-site in Brownsville, TX. Relocation support is provided.
- Bachelor's degree in any field.
- Demonstrated experience applying a growth mindset to attain high performance levels
- Strong energy and an inclination to elevate others.
- A commitment to connecting with, inspiring, and motivating students in grades K-8.
- Authorization to work legally in the US without requiring visa sponsorship.
Want to join a learning rebellion that’s transforming the traditional classroom?
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.
Alpha School is rewriting the rules of education.
Sounds too good to be true? It’s not.
There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!
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 $50 USD/hour, which equates to $100,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5234-US-Chicago-Counselor.001
Salary : $100,000