Kindergarten Teacher, Alpha - $100,000/year USD at Crossover

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

Alpha School is reimagining early childhood education through a model that blends innovative technology with essential human connection. This role focuses on guiding Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students as they develop into confident, independent learners who approach education with curiosity and determination.

Our 2-Hour Learning program leverages AI-driven adaptive platforms to create personalized educational experiences for each child. Students engage with advanced learning software while receiving direct, hands-on instruction in foundational literacy and writing skills from educators trained in evidence-based teaching methods. This integrated approach supports comprehensive development—academic, social, and emotional—for our youngest students.

Alpha offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional advancement within a forward-thinking, technology-integrated educational setting. If you are driven to make a lasting impact on young learners and skilled at fostering authentic relationships with children, this position offers a unique opportunity to advance both student outcomes and your own career.

What You Will Be Doing

• Guiding students through the process of setting personal learning objectives and helping them develop self-directed learning habits.
• Delivering focused instruction in foundational literacy and social-emotional competencies, working closely with Reading Specialists.
• Creating a classroom culture that promotes curiosity and perseverance through engaging, experiential learning activities.
• Integrating AI-powered educational tools to improve learning outcomes and equip students for a future where technology and traditional instruction work together.
• Working alongside educators and counselors to address each student's distinct learning profile, adjusting instruction to meet varied needs and preferences.
  
  

What You Won’t Be Doing

Depending exclusively on conventional teaching strategies without incorporating modern educational technology.

Applying uniform instructional methods—our approach values and cultivates each learner's individuality.

Prioritizing academic content at the expense of social and emotional growth.

Kindergarten Teacher Key Responsibilities

Lead the cultivation of independent learning skills and essential life competencies for students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade, establishing a foundation for long-term academic achievement and personal development.

Basic Requirements

• Available to work on-site at one of our campus locations: Austin, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Tampa, FL; or Scottsdale (Phoenix), AZ.
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years working with children between the ages of 4 and 8 in educational programs, afterschool care, athletic programs, or similar environments.
• Demonstrated capacity to apply growth mindset principles and high-performance coaching techniques.
• Enthusiastic and confident using AI and emerging technologies within educational contexts.
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship.
  
  

Nice-to-have Requirements

These qualifications will strengthen your candidacy, though you are encouraged to apply if you satisfy the core requirements listed above!

• Academic credentials or certification in fields connected to early childhood (education, child development, reading intervention, etc.)
• Professional certifications or specialized training in early childhood pedagogies including CDA, Montessori, or Reggio Emilia.
• Background as a K-2 classroom teacher, reading coach, or literacy specialist, with formal preparation or ongoing professional learning in reading and phonics frameworks.
• Familiarity with educational environments that prioritize individualized learning trajectories and 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-KindergartenTe.005