Hybrid Virtual Life-Skills Mentor (AZ)

Alpha School; Surprise (AZ); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Unbound Academy in Arizona seeks licensed teachers to become virtual student mentors in a hybrid, fully virtual charter school. You will lead high-energy online sessions, mentor students aged 8–14, and help develop life skills through project-based learning and coaching.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week) with independent contractor status via Crossover; compensation is $60,000 per year or $30/hour with weekly pay, supporting AI-powered learning and hands-on experiences.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. teaching certificate or expired certificate eligible for reinstatement, transferable to Arizona.
• Clear, engaging communication suitable for 8–14-year-olds in a virtual setting.
• Comfort leading live sessions via video and managing transitions with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead interactive virtual workshops focusing on life skills.
• Mentor students one-on-one and in small groups to build confidence and executive function.
• Use platform data to personalize support and track progress over time.
• Collaborate with educators to design and improve project-based learning experiences.
• Create a safe, high-energy online environment that motivates growth.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Video conferencing

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

US teaching certificate

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Job description

Unbound Academy in Arizona seeks licensed teachers to become virtual student mentors in a hybrid, fully virtual charter school. You will lead high-energy online sessions, mentor students aged 8–14, and help develop life skills through project-based learning and coaching.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week) with independent contractor status via Crossover; compensation is $60,000 per year or $30/hour with weekly pay, supporting AI-powered learning and hands-on experiences.