Description
NOTE: This position is full-time and requires on-site presence at our Austin, TX campus.
Do you have a passion for pioneering early childhood education? Join Alpha School, where teaching transcends traditional boundaries. Here, you'll be an architect of young minds, guiding K-2 students as they embark on their educational adventures with curiosity and determination.
At Alpha, we revolutionize learning with our 2-Hour Learning program, blending AI-driven adaptive technology with personalized instruction. While students explore innovative software, they receive vital human support in literacy and social-emotional growth, backed by experts in cutting-edge educational strategies. This approach ensures holistic development for our young learners under your guidance.
Why choose Alpha? Because when you transform education, you transform your career. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and the chance to grow in a dynamic, tech-savvy environment. If you're eager to shape the future of education and excel in building meaningful relationships with young learners, we want you!
What you will be doing
- Inspiring students to set and pursue their own learning objectives, fostering self-directed learning.
- Delivering focused instruction in social-emotional skills and foundational literacy, with support from Reading Specialists.
- Creating a classroom atmosphere that promotes inquiry and perseverance through engaging, hands-on activities.
- Leveraging AI-driven tools to enhance learning outcomes, preparing students for a future where technology and traditional learning coexist.
- Working collaboratively with educators and counselors to adapt to each student's unique learning journey and style.
What you will NOT be doing
🚫 Relying only on traditional teaching methods without embracing innovative educational technologies.
🚫 Adopting a one-size-fits-all educational approach—individual learning is nurtured and celebrated here.
🚫 Neglecting social and emotional development in favor of purely academic focus.
Key responsibilities
💡 Lead the advancement of independent learning and life skills for K-2 students, setting them on a path to academic success and personal development.
Candidate requirements
- Availability to work in person at our Austin, TX campus.
- A degree from any academic discipline.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience with children aged 4-8 in educational, afterschool, sports, or related environments.
- Demonstrated ability to implement a growth mindset and high-performance coaching strategies.
- Proficiency and enthusiasm for using AI and other technologies in educational settings.
- Authorization to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
Nice to have
While these are not mandatory, they will certainly enhance your application:
- 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 in reading & phonics frameworks.
- Background in settings that prioritize personalized learning paths and educational technology.
Alpha is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering 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 regardless of their protected status.
Alpha is dedicated 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 accommodations due to a disability, please inform us, and we will work to accommodate your needs.
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