Associate
$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

Associate   $100,000 USD/year

Description

LOCATION NOTE: This position requires in-person presence at our Brownsville, Texas campus. Relocation support is provided.

Are you someone who excels at challenging conventional approaches? Do you seek a role that combines meaningful challenge, exploration, and the opportunity to transform young lives? Alpha Schools merges educational innovation with unlimited possibility—and we invite you to join our transformative work at the Brownsville campus.

Alpha is not simply a school; it represents an educational transformation. Move beyond traditional lectures, fixed classroom structures, and standardized assessments. Envision an environment where students achieve twice the learning outcomes in half the time, supported by you—a dynamic, motivating guide—who transforms education into an engaging pursuit of mastery and essential life competencies. Additionally, our campus neighbors SpaceX. The cutting edge of education meets the cutting edge of space innovation.

Alpha students do more than learn. They excel academically through adaptive technology and mastery-focused approaches, while simultaneously building essential life capabilities including public speaking, leadership, and problem-solving. We seek someone who can ignite the drive that propels students to embrace challenges and unlock their full potential.

Please apply if…

  • You're prepared to help transform what education can achieve.
  • You have experience motivating, inspiring, or coaching children in non-traditional contexts (camp counselor, athletic coach, etc.).
  • You serve as a role model with infectious enthusiasm for excellence.

Why choose Alpha?

  • An unparalleled adventure: This represents more than employment—it's an opportunity to participate in an educational revolution within a distinctive, dynamic community.
  • Transformational impact: Contribute to shaping a new generation of learners who excel both academically and emotionally.
  • Competitive pay: You should not sacrifice compensation to pursue meaningful work.
  • Growth opportunities: We invest in your development through coaching, training, and leadership advancement.
  • A tight-knit, mission-driven team: Become part of a community of achievement-oriented professionals committed to reimagining education.

This is your opportunity to build the future of learning—and advance your career.

What you will be doing

  • Leading Workshops: Create and deliver workshops that prompt students to say, "I didn't realize I was capable of that!" From public speaking to entrepreneurship, you'll deliver practical skills that motivate.
  • Facilitating daily Motivation Sessions: Begin each day by helping students establish meaningful goals and the mindset to achieve them.
  • Cultivating student success: Apply proven frameworks to ensure every student reaches ambitious academic and personal objectives.
  • Creating custom motivational strategies: Collaborate with students to develop rewards and incentives that foster self-motivated excellence.

What you will NOT be doing

  • Traditional teaching: Move beyond chalkboards and lectures. At Alpha, students leverage cutting-edge applications to master core subjects—your function is to guide, inspire, and enhance their learning experience.
  • Disciplining: We reject punishment-based approaches. Instead, you'll employ logic and positive reinforcement to foster a respectful, engaging atmosphere.

Candidate requirements

  • Willingness to work in person in Brownsville, TX. Relocation assistance is available.
  • Bachelor's degree in any subject.
  • Experience employing a growth mindset to achieve a high level of performance
  • High level of energy and a desire to boost others up.
  • A desire to connect, inspire, and motivate K-8th grade students.
  • Legal right to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

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