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• On-site position in Austin, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Tampa, FL; or Scottsdale (Phoenix), AZ • $100,000 annual salary with weekly pay. Full health benefits from day one, HSA/FSA options, 401(k) Roth available • Relocation assistance provided Alpha School is transforming early childhood education through a distinctive integration of technology and human expertise. This role positions you beyond conventional teaching boundaries—you will function as a learning coach for Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students, guiding them to explore educational pathways with independence and determination. Our 2-Hour Learning program challenges conventional approaches by combining AI-powered adaptive platforms with essential literacy instruction delivered through evidence-based educational methods. While students work with advanced digital tools, they receive critical hands-on support in reading and writing from educators trained in scientific teaching frameworks. This intentional balance cultivates academic growth alongside social and emotional development throughout your guidance. Alpha offers more than a position—it delivers career advancement within a technology-enhanced educational setting. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful professional development opportunities await educators committed to reshaping how young learners engage with education and building authentic relationships with children. What You Will Be Doing • Guiding students through goal-setting processes and achievement milestones, developing their capacity for self-directed learning. • Delivering focused instruction in foundational literacy and social-emotional competencies, working alongside Reading Specialists. • Creating classroom conditions that promote curiosity and persistence through engaging, tactile learning activities. • Integrating AI-powered educational tools to strengthen learning outcomes and prepare students for technology-enhanced learning environments. • Working collaboratively with educators and counselors to address each student's distinct learning trajectory, tailoring approaches to individual needs and preferences. What You Won’t Be Doing 🚫 Depending exclusively on conventional instructional techniques that ignore modern educational technology. 🚫 Applying standardized teaching methods across all students—personalized learning approaches are fundamental to this role. 🚫 Prioritizing academic outcomes while neglecting the critical role of social and emotional growth. Reading Interventionist Key Responsibilities 💡 Lead the cultivation of self-directed learning capabilities and essential life skills for Kindergarten through 2nd grade students, establishing foundations for both educational achievement and holistic personal development. Basic Requirements • Available to work on-site at one of these campus locations: Austin, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Tampa, FL; or Scottsdale (Phoenix), AZ. • Bachelor's degree in any discipline. • Minimum 3 years of experience working with children ages 4 - 8 years old in educational, afterschool, athletics, or comparable environments. • Demonstrated capability to apply growth mindset principles and high-performance coaching techniques successfully. • Enthusiastic about and capable of leveraging AI and technology tools within educational contexts. • Authorized to work in the US without requiring visa sponsorship. Nice-to-have Requirements These qualifications strengthen your candidacy, though meeting the core requirements above is sufficient to apply! • Degree or certification in early childhood-related disciplines (education, child development, reading intervention, etc.) • Professional credentials or specialized training in early childhood pedagogies including CDA, Montessori, or Reggio Emilia. • Background as a K-2 classroom teacher, literacy coach, or reading specialist with structured training or professional development in reading & phonics instruction frameworks. • Prior work in environments focused on individualized learning pathways and technology-driven education. Alpha is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their protected status. Alpha is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and during employment, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require any accommodations due to a disability, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. 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 $50 USD/hour, which equates to $100,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic. Crossover Job Code: LJ-5149-US-Detroit-ReadingInterve.038