Youth Development Specialist
$100,000 USD/year Pay is set based on global value, not the local market. Most roles = hourly rate x 40 hrs x 50 weeks 

Brownsville, Texas
08:00 am - 05:00 pm CST, M-F
In-person
full-time (40 hrs/week)
Long-term role

Youth Development Specialist   $100,000 USD/year

Description

Ready to Revolutionize Education in the Shadow of SpaceX? 🚀

Welcome to Alpha Schools in Brownsville, Texas—where education meets innovation, and your next career adventure awaits! (Yes, we offer relocation assistance!)

Imagine a place where traditional education takes a back seat to something extraordinary—a learning environment where students double their achievement in half the time. We're not just another school; we're pioneering the future of education right next door to SpaceX's launch facility. Talk about inspiration!

As our Youth Development Specialist, you'll be the catalyst that ignites young minds, helping students master both academics and essential life skills through cutting-edge technology and innovative learning approaches.

You might be our perfect match if:

  • You're an energetic innovator who believes education needs a fresh perspective
  • Your background includes inspiring youth in dynamic settings (think sports coaching or camp leadership)
  • You radiate positivity and excellence in everything you do

What's in it for you?

  • Be part of an educational revolution in a vibrant border community
  • Competitive compensation that values your expertise
  • Clear growth trajectory with leadership opportunities
  • Join a passionate team of education revolutionaries
  • Make a lasting impact on the next generation

What you will be doing

Your Daily Mission:

  • Craft and deliver mind-blowing workshops that make students' eyes light up with possibility—from mastering public speaking to launching mini-businesses
  • Kickstart each day with high-energy motivation sessions that set the tone for success
  • Guide students toward their peak potential using our proven success frameworks
  • Engineer personalized motivation systems that turn goals into achievements

What you will NOT be doing

What to Leave Behind:

  • Traditional classroom teaching—our students learn through state-of-the-art educational apps while you focus on being their success coach and mentor
  • Old-school disciplinary methods—we're all about positive reinforcement and logical consequences that build understanding

Candidate requirements

Essential Qualities:

  • Ready to join us in-person at our Brownsville, TX campus (don't worry, we'll help with relocation!)
  • Bachelor's degree (any field—we value diverse perspectives)
  • Proven track record of using growth mindset to achieve excellence
  • Natural enthusiasm and ability to elevate others
  • Genuine passion for inspiring K-8 students
  • Authorization to work in the US (we cannot provide visa sponsorship)

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Prepare for an unparalleled professional adventure! You'll master the art of youth motivation, become fluent in cutting-edge educational technology, and develop expertise in workshop design and delivery that keeps students at the edge of their seats. Best of all, you'll build meaningful connections with students and families that last a lifetime.

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