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

NOTE: This is a full-time, on-site position based at our Austin, TX location.

Are you prepared to transform early childhood education? At Alpha School, we inspire a learning revolution. Instead of being confined to a conventional classroom, you'll be the guiding force on the playground of young minds, empowering Kindergarten through 2nd-grade (K-2) students to explore their learning journeys with curiosity and determination.

At Alpha, we defy traditional norms with our 2-Hour Learning program, leveraging AI-driven adaptive technology to revolutionize personalized education. While students engage with state-of-the-art software, they also receive invaluable hands-on support in reading and writing from experts in scientific educational methodologies. This holistic approach ensures that even our youngest learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally under your mentorship.

Why choose Alpha? Because redefining education means redefining your career potential. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a unique opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic, tech-forward environment. If you're passionate about shaping the future of education and skilled at connecting with young learners, we want you on our team.

What You Will Be Doing

• Empower students to establish and achieve their personal learning objectives, fostering self-directed learning.
• Deliver targeted instruction in social-emotional skills and foundational literacy with the assistance of Reading Specialists.
• Create a classroom atmosphere that fosters curiosity and resilience through interactive, hands-on learning experiences.
• Leverage AI-driven tools to enhance educational outcomes, equipping students for a future where technology complements traditional learning.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and counselors to support each student's unique learning journey, adapting to individual needs and styles.
  
  

What You Won’t Be Doing

Relying exclusively on traditional teaching methods without incorporating innovative educational technology.

Implementing a uniform approach to education—here, individual learning is celebrated and fostered.

Neglecting the significance of emotional and social development in favor of purely academic instruction.

Elementary School Teacher Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of independent learning and life skills for Kindergarten - 2nd graders, paving the way for educational success and personal growth.

Basic Requirements

• Ability to work on-site at our Austin, TX campus.
• A college degree in any discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children ages 4 - 8 in educational, afterschool, sports, or related settings.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize a growth mindset and high-performance coaching strategies.
• Comfortable with and enthusiastic about integrating AI and other technologies into educational settings.
• Legally authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
  
  

Nice-to-have Requirements

These attributes will make your application stand out, but if you meet the primary requirements, we encourage you to apply!

• A degree or certification in early learning fields (education, child development, reading intervention, etc.).
• Certifications or advanced training in early childhood methodologies like CDA, Montessori, or Reggio Emilia.
• Experience as a K-2 teacher, reading coach, or literacy specialist with formal training or professional development in 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-Edinburg-ElementaryScho.026