Apprentice Teacher — On-Site, Hands-On Classroom Operator

Alpha School; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha School is hiring for an Apprentice Teacher to keep a room of K-8 students moving, focused, and on track within a modern, AI-powered, mastery-based learning model.

This is a full-time, on-site position at a U.S. campus. You will manage transitions, prep materials, and engage students so the Guide can teach effectively, with measurable success targets and immediate benefits access.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any subject.
• At least 1 year leading or supervising groups of K-8 students in a structured setting.
• Ability to maintain structure, consistency, and positive engagement in group settings.
• Comfortable redirecting and motivating children throughout the school day.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Run tight, on-time transitions between activities by monitoring the clock and keeping movement orderly.
• Prepare and set up complete, accurate classroom materials before each activity.
• Monitor student engagement and redirect resistance or off-task behavior in the moment.
• Reinforce expectations and routines so Guides can teach without interruption.
• Achieve 95%+ on-time transitions and 90%+ student satisfaction each semester.

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

In-person work

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Alpha School is hiring for an Apprentice Teacher to keep a room of K-8 students moving, focused, and on track within a modern, AI-powered, mastery-based learning model.

This is a full-time, on-site position at a U.S. campus. You will manage transitions, prep materials, and engage students so the Guide can teach effectively, with measurable success targets and immediate benefits access.