Educator, Alpha - $100,000/year USD

• 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.

What You Will Be Doing

• 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.
  
  

What You Won’t Be Doing

🚫 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.

Educator Key Responsibilities

💡 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.

Basic Requirements

• 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, afterschool, 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.
  
  

Nice-to-have Requirements

These qualifications strengthen your candidacy, though meeting the core requirements above is sufficient to apply:

• 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.

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-FortWort-Educator.008