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

• On-site positions 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, 401(k) Roth
• Relocation assistance provided
  
  

Alpha School is reshaping how young children learn. This role moves beyond the conventional classroom structure—you'll serve as a learning coach for Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students, guiding them to explore their educational journey with curiosity and determination.

Our 2-Hour Learning program combines AI-powered adaptive technology with essential human instruction. Students work with advanced educational software while receiving direct support in reading and writing from teachers trained in evidence-based methods. This approach ensures that even the youngest learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally with your guidance.

Alpha offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and real opportunity for professional advancement in a forward-thinking, technology-integrated setting. If you're committed to advancing education and skilled at connecting with young learners, this team needs you.

What You Will Be Doing

• Guiding students to establish and reach personal learning objectives, helping them develop into self-directed learners.
• Delivering focused instruction in foundational literacy and social-emotional competencies with assistance from Reading Specialists.
• Creating a classroom culture that promotes curiosity and resilience through hands-on, interactive learning activities.
• Adopting and leveraging AI-driven educational tools to improve learning outcomes and prepare students for a technology-enhanced future.
• Working alongside educators and counselors to address each student's distinct learning path, adjusting to their individual needs and preferences.
  
  

What You Won’t Be Doing

Depending exclusively on conventional teaching techniques without incorporating innovative technology.

Applying standardized instructional methods—at Alpha, each child's learning individuality is valued and cultivated.

Prioritizing academic content while neglecting the critical role of social and emotional development.

Elementary School Teacher Key Responsibilities

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

Basic Requirements

• Able to work on-site at one of our locations: Austin, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Tampa, FL; or Scottsdale (Phoenix), AZ.
• College degree in any discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years working with children ages 4 - 8 years old in educational, afterschool, sports, or comparable environments.
• Demonstrated capacity to apply growth mindset principles and high-performance coaching methods.
• Enthusiastic about integrating AI and technology into educational practice.
• Authorized to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship.
  
  

Nice-to-have Requirements

These credentials will strengthen your application, but you should apply if you meet the core requirements listed above.

• Degree or certification related to early childhood learning (education, child development, reading intervention, etc.)
• Professional credentials or specialized training in early learning approaches such as CDA, Montessori, or Reggio Emilia.
• Background as a K-2 classroom teacher, literacy specialist, or reading coach with formal training or professional development in phonics and reading frameworks.
• Prior work in environments focused on personalized learning 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-Tacoma-ElementaryScho.016