Educator, Alpha - $100,000/year USD

Are you ready to redefine early childhood education? Join Alpha School, where we don't just teach—we inspire a revolution in learning. You won't be confined to the traditional teacher's desk; you'll be the coach on the playground of minds, empowering Kindergarten through 2nd-grade (K-2) students to navigate their learning paths with curiosity and resilience.

What You Will Be Doing

• Empowering students to set and achieve personal learning goals, guiding them to become self-directed learners.
• Providing targeted instruction in social-emotional skills and foundational literacy with the support of Reading Specialists.
• Fostering a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and resilience through interactive, hands-on learning experiences.
• Utilizing and embracing AI-driven tools to enhance educational outcomes, preparing students for a future where technology complements traditional learning methods.
• Collaborating with a team of educators and counselors to support each student's unique journey, adapting to their individual learning needs and styles.
  
  

What You Won’t Be Doing

🚫 Relying solely on traditional teaching methods without integrating innovative educational technology.

🚫 Implementing a one-size-fits-all approach to education—here, individuality in learning is celebrated and nurtured.

🚫 Overlooking the importance of emotional and social development in favor of purely academic instruction.

Educator Key Responsibilities

Champion the development of independent learning and life skills for Kindergarten - 2nd graders, setting young learners on a path to educational success and personal growth.

Basic Requirements

• Willing to work in person at our Phoenix, AZ; Tampa, FL or Austin, TX campus.
• A college degree in any field.
• At least 3 years of experience working with children ages 4 - 8 years old in educational, afterschool, sports, or related settings.
• Proven ability to employ a growth mindset and high-performance coaching strategies effectively.
• Comfortable with and enthusiastic about using AI and other technologies in educational settings.
• Legally able to work in the US without visa sponsorship
  
  

Nice-to-have Requirements

These qualities will make your application stand out, but as long as you meet the above requirements, you should apply!

• A degree or certification in a field related to early learning (education, child development, reading intervention, etc.)
• Certifications or advanced training in early childhood learning methodologies such as CDA, Montessori, or Reggio Emilia.
• Experience as a K-2 teacher, reading coach, or literacy specialist with formal training or professional development experience in a reading & phonics frameworks.
• Experience in settings that emphasize personalized learning paths and educational technology.
  
  

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.

About Alpha

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-5149-US-Chicago-Educator.035