Job Description
Do you have the knack for turning chaos into creativity and potential? At Alpha, we're searching for someone who sees the spark in every child and knows how to fan it into a flame of achievement. Our mission is to revolutionize education, moving beyond traditional methods to empower every student to exceed their own expectations. Through our innovative K-2 program, students achieve core academic mastery swiftly with the aid of AI-driven tools. Your role is pivotal in ensuring these brief yet powerful learning sessions are impactful, fostering the skills and mindset every child needs to excel.
Role We seek educators who can set high standards while cultivating trust, who can inspire a room full of 5-year-olds to engage with purpose, and who firmly believe in every child's potential. This exciting, full-time role is available in one of our vibrant communities:
- Washington, D.C (Chantilly, VA)
- Raleigh NC
- Charlotte NC
- Orange County (Lake Forest), CA
- San Francisco, CA
If you share our passion for advancing children's education, we'd love to meet you!
What You Will Be Doing - Facilitating the 2-Hour Learning block by guiding students in goal-setting, task management, and effective use of technology.
- Enhancing reading habits and routines by building on skills introduced by Reading Specialists.
- Fostering emotional regulation, resilience, and teamwork through a supportive and structured environment.
- Monitoring and assessing student progress, addressing issues proactively, and collaborating with your team to refine strategies.
- Crafting a classroom atmosphere that is both structured and playful, akin to a high-expectation summer camp.
What You Won’t Be Doing - Conducting whole-class lessons from a whiteboard throughout the day.
- Taking charge of literacy instruction or curriculum design.
- Grading numerous papers or drafting extensive lesson plans.
- Operating in a technology-free or uninspiring classroom setting.
- Managing behavior without appreciating the individual behind it.
Early Childhood Educator Key Responsibilities Encourage young students to develop the habits, confidence, and emotional resilience necessary to thrive in Alpha's dynamic, technology-enhanced learning environment.
Basic Requirements - Availability to work full-time and in-person at one of our locations in Washington D.C., Raleigh, NC, Charlotte, NC, Orange County, CA, or San Francisco, CA.
- A degree from an accredited college or university.
- At least 3 years of experience with children ages 4–8 in educational, afterschool, coaching, or similar settings.
- Proven ability to inspire and manage groups of young children with a balance of structure and enthusiasm.
- A mindset geared towards growth and a willingness to be coached.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Nice-to-have Requirements - Certifications or training in early childhood education models (e.g., CDA, Montessori, Reggio Emilia).
- Experience in supporting literacy instruction or working with literacy specialists.
- Knowledge of adaptive learning software or personalized educational tools.
About Alpha Want to join a learning rebellion that’s transforming the traditional classroom? Alpha School is on a mission to reshape education with a bold approach that harnesses AI to accelerate learning and unleash student potential.
They don’t play by the old rules. Alpha is creating a new paradigm where students master core academics in just two hours a day, freeing up time for hands-on, passion-driven learning that truly prepares them for the real world.
Alpha School is rewriting the rules of education. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not. There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!
Working with us This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $60 USD/hour, which equates to $120,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult for more details on this topic.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5634-US-Pembroke-EarlyChildhood
Job Tags
Full time, For contractors, Summer work, Immediate start,