Early Childhood Instructional Coach

$150,000 USD/year ^{Pay is set based on global value, not the local market. Most roles = hourly rate x 40 hrs x 50 weeks}  ($75 USD/hour)

• Facilitate individual and small-group coaching with PreK Guides, demonstrating instructional strategies and recognizing quantifiable progress
• Architect and lead play-centered learning sessions balancing social-emotional learning, literacy, numeracy, and physical development, exemplifying excellence for the team
• Assess and align Guide documentation weekly against rubric standards and actionable insight, facilitating calibration meetings to maintain visibility on milestone tracking
• Create family communications and conduct team alignment meetings that synchronize goals and reinforce collective commitment to campus-wide PreK readiness standards

• Executing scripted lesson plans or process-driven protocols — you'll create responsive, play-centered themes grounded in live developmental data
• Delivering a standardized curriculum imposed from leadership — you control quarterly and weekly instructional architecture
• Operating independently without structured feedback — coaching dialogues and calibration reviews are embedded in your weekly rhythm
• Overseeing K-12 learners engaged in technology-based instruction — this position is entirely devoted to early childhood, face-to-face, classroom-based work

Lead campus-wide PreK readiness achievement through educator coaching, programmatic fidelity, and evidence-informed, joyful learning environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, or related field; Master's or specialized training preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in early years education, early childhood development, or related field
• Experience working with groups of young children ages 3 to 5
• Proven ability to design and implement play-based educational programs or curricula that advance developmental milestones e.g. Montessori
• At least 1 year of experience coaching or managing a team of educators with performance accountability
• Experience preparing written family progress updates and leading team alignment meetings in an educational setting
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Willingness to work in-person at Alpha Austin campus with relocation support provided if needed

• Familiarity with edtech platforms, adaptive dashboards, or digital observation tools used in early childhood settings
• Experience with behavior guidance strategies and co-regulation techniques for children ages 3-5