On-Site Reading Growth Coach (K-3)

Alpha School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Health coverage

PTO

Parental leave

401(k)

Job summary

Alpha is hiring an Elementary Learning Coach to guide K–3 students through app-based learning and focused reading interventions on a full-time, on-site basis. You will diagnose gaps, design sequences, and monitor progress using data and weekly goals.

The role requires 3+ years with young children, structured-literacy training (or a master’s in reading), and comfort with 70/30 split between app-guided instruction and targeted sessions. Relocation assistance offered.

Qualifications

• Three years of direct work with children ages 4–9 in teaching, coaching, tutoring, or similar settings.
• Structured-literacy training completed (see list) or a master’s degree in reading or literacy.
• Bachelor’s degree required; teaching certificate not necessary.
• Authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Get K–3 students to daily learning goals and close reading gaps.
• Conduct targeted 30–40 minute literacy sessions for 2–4 students.
• Lead morning routines, life-skills workshops, and classroom checks.
• Drive students toward weekly app goals using rewards and gamification.
• Stay with students through lunch, recess, and reading interventions.

Skills

Reading platforms experience

Diagnostic assessments

Structured literacy training

On-site work readiness

Experience with 4–9 year olds

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in reading or literacy

Tools

LETRS

IMSE

Orton-Gillingham

Wilson Reading System

Fundations

UFLI

CERI

Neuhaus

SIPPS

Really Great Reading

Job description

Alpha is hiring an Elementary Learning Coach to guide K–3 students through app-based learning and focused reading interventions on a full-time, on-site basis. You will diagnose gaps, design sequences, and monitor progress using data and weekly goals.

The role requires 3+ years with young children, structured-literacy training (or a master’s in reading), and comfort with 70/30 split between app-guided instruction and targeted sessions. Relocation assistance offered.