Preschool Program Coordinator, Alpha - $150,000/year USD
About Alpha
Alpha reimagines the school day around faster learning, stronger mentorship, and more time for students to build real‑world skills. The company builds a radically better school experience with a culture for builders who want to improve the system.
Role Overview
This hands‑on leadership role designs adaptive, play‑based learning themes across every readiness domain, coaches a team of Guides, and tracks measurable milestone progress for each child in the PreK cohort. Approximately one‑third of the time is spent in classrooms modeling facilitation, observing sessions, and running calibration reviews; the remainder focuses on curriculum design, coaching, and family communication.
What You Will Be Doing
- Lead 1:1 and small‑group coaching sessions for PreK Guides, modeling techniques and celebrating measurable wins.
- Design and facilitate play‑based learning blocks that balance SEL, literacy, numeracy, and motor skills, modeling best‑in‑class practice for the team.
- Review and calibrate Guide documentation weekly for rubric alignment and actionability, leading calibration sessions to keep milestone progress visible.
- Prepare family updates and run team huddles that align priorities and reinforce shared expectations toward campus‑wide PreK readiness goals.
What You Won’t Be Doing
- Using rigid lesson scripts or compliance‑driven routines.
- Teaching to a fixed curriculum handed down from above; you own quarterly and weekly learning design.
- Working in isolation without feedback loops; coaching conversations and calibration sessions are built into every week.
- Managing K‑12 students on app‑based learning; this role is fully dedicated to early childhood, hands‑on, in‑the‑room work.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive campus‑wide PreK readiness outcomes through Guide coaching, program fidelity, and data‑driven classrooms.
Basic Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s or specialized training preferred).
- At least 5 years of professional experience working directly with children ages 3‑5, including as a lead or primary teacher in a classroom or structured program.
- 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’s Austin campus; relocation support is provided if needed.
Nice-to‑have Requirements
- 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.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $150,000 USD per year, paid weekly. Day‑one health, dental, and vision benefits are provided.
Location & Relocation
On‑site role in Austin, TX. Relocation support is included for candidates who need it.
Employment Details
This is a full‑time, W‑2 employee position with immediate access to benefits. All roles are year‑long positions.