NOTE: This position requires your presence in Brownsville, TX. We may offer relocation support to the right candidate.
Do you aspire to redefine early childhood education? Join Alpha, where creativity meets compassion in nurturing preschoolers. If engaging young minds comes naturally to you, this role is your chance to revolutionize learning.
Alpha's mission breaks away from traditional education, welcoming a fresh approach where learning is an exploration. We focus on child-centered experiences, and you'll be their guide, celebrating each child's developmental milestones. Your mission? To inspire and foster a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
You'll design dynamic sessions that blend fun with learning to enhance motor and sensory skills. By creating activities that promote interaction and emotional growth, you'll help children develop essential social skills. Your role involves recognizing each child's unique developmental needs, ensuring they progress confidently at their own pace.
Why Alpha?
- Competitive salaries - we value your commitment to education without financial compromise.
- Comprehensive benefits and ample time off - we support our team with a robust benefits package and paid leave.
- Culture of growth - we embody the growth mindset we teach, offering coaching, training, and leadership opportunities.
- Relocation support for top-tier candidates.
Join Alpha and be a pivotal part of reshaping the future of early childhood education.
What you will be doing
- Conduct creative activities such as art and basic science projects to develop motor and sensory abilities
- Lead group games to enhance peer interaction, emotional awareness, and self-expression
- Monitor and evaluate each child's development, providing tailored support aligned with their learning preferences and pace
What you will NOT be doing
- Say goodbye to rigid curriculums and hierarchical systems - Alpha champions innovative, adaptable teaching that reflects cutting-edge research, enabling you to apply best practices in early childhood education
- No more worksheets or generic crafts - we promote an experiential, active learning environment where children learn through play and exploration
- Move beyond basic literacy - you're nurturing holistic growth, preparing children for life's diverse challenges through emotional, social, physical, and academic education
Key Responsibilities
Instill a passion for learning in preschoolers and guide them to reach developmental milestones through practical, real-world applications
Candidate Requirements
- Reside in or be willing to move to Brownsville, TX
- A minimum of 1 year of professional experience with preschool-aged children (0-5 years) in a preschool, daycare, early learning center, or similar setting
- The legal right to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Nice to have
- An Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Reading Education, Child Development, or a related field
- Experience with Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or play-based educational settings
This position is also known as:
- Child Development Specialist
- Early Childhood Specialist
- Early Childhood Educator
- Early Childhood Education Specialist
- Daycare Teacher
- Pre Kindergarten Teacher