PreK 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 

Austin, TX, US
In-person
Hours: 08:00 am to 05:00 pm, M-F
full-time (40 hrs/week)
Long-term role

PreK Instructional Coach   $150,000 USD/year

Description

  • Onsite role based in Austin, TX. Relocation assistance available
  • $150,000 annual salary, paid on a weekly basis
  • Full health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one

What if structured play could drive quantifiable gains in early development?

Alpha's approach to education diverges sharply from traditional methods. Our PreK model integrates play-centered curriculum development with live developmental tracking — no scripted lessons, no checkbox-driven compliance. You will create flexible learning experiences spanning all readiness areas, mentor a cohort of Guides to execute them with both rigor and enthusiasm, and monitor concrete milestone achievement for each child in your program.

This role demands active, in-room leadership. Approximately one-third of your schedule will be spent inside classrooms — demonstrating facilitation methods, observing instruction, and conducting calibration meetings. The remaining time is dedicated to curriculum development, coaching Guides toward defined and measurable outcomes, and delivering data-informed updates to families. Your contributions will be visible and immediate: PreK students reaching developmental markers ahead of schedule, Guides elevating their performance metrics weekly, and families becoming champions of the program.

Mentor the team. Architect the learning. Submit your application today.

What you will be doing

  • Conduct one-on-one and group coaching for PreK Guides, demonstrating effective techniques and acknowledging quantifiable achievements
  • Create and lead play-centered learning sessions that integrate social-emotional learning, literacy, numeracy, and motor development, setting the standard for instructional quality
  • Evaluate and align Guide documentation on a weekly basis against rubric standards and practical application, facilitating calibration meetings to maintain transparent milestone tracking
  • Develop family communications and facilitate team alignment meetings that synchronize efforts and uphold collective expectations for campus-wide PreK readiness objectives

What you will NOT be doing

  • Executing scripted lesson plans or compliance-focused procedures — you will create responsive, play-driven learning experiences informed by live developmental data
  • Implementing a standardized curriculum imposed from leadership — you have ownership of both quarterly planning and week-to-week instructional design
  • Operating independently without structured feedback — coaching dialogues and calibration sessions are embedded throughout your weekly schedule
  • Overseeing K-12 learners engaged in digital platforms — this position is exclusively focused on early childhood education with direct, in-person engagement

Key responsibilities

Lead campus-wide PreK readiness results through educator coaching, program consistency, and engaging, evidence-informed classroom environments.

Candidate requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related discipline; Master's degree or advanced certification preferred
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in early childhood education, child development, or a closely related area
  • Direct experience facilitating group activities with young children between the ages of 3 and 5
  • Demonstrated success in designing and executing play-based educational programs or curricula that promote developmental milestone attainment, such as Montessori approaches
  • A minimum of 1 year coaching or supervising educators with clear performance expectations and accountability structures
  • Prior experience composing written progress communications for families and facilitating team coordination meetings within an educational context
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship
  • Commitment to onsite work at the Alpha Austin campus, with relocation assistance provided as necessary

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of educational technology platforms, adaptive analytics dashboards, or digital observation systems utilized in early childhood environments
  • Background in behavior guidance frameworks and co-regulation practices tailored to children aged 3-5

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