Instructional Coach, NextGen Academy - $100,000/year USD

On-site position based in Austin, TX.$100,000 annual salary with weekly pay – Health benefits begin on day oneRelocation assistance providedWhat if the path to reading fluency for young learners lies in connecting with them through the world they already inhabit: gaming culture, where progression, persistence, and skill mastery come naturally?You will facilitate focused reading workshops in small groups at a school designed around the passions of young gamers, combining phonics-based teaching, adaptive literacy technology, and individualized coaching to inspire K-2 students to embrace reading with the same enthusiasm they bring to their favorite games.Austin delivers year-round live music, mild winters, scenic hill country hiking, and a dynamic education innovation community you will become part of.Guide learners. Grow yourself. Apply today.What You Will Be DoingCreate and facilitate small-group reading workshops tailored to K-2 students, ensuring phonics instruction is enjoyable, interactive, and individualizedAdjust teaching strategies on the fly according to student needs, reading proficiency levels, and real-time engagement signalsConduct motivating one-on-one check-ins with students to promote progress in adaptive literacy applications and support achievement of learning milestonesTrack student performance data generated by adaptive software and apply insights to tailor instruction for each reading cohortIncorporate storytelling, humor, gaming metaphors, and affirming feedback to sustain student effort and address reluctanceBasic RequirementsInstructional Coach key responsibilitiesWilling to work on-site at NextGen Academy in Austin, TXBachelor's degree in elementary education, reading, or a related disciplineCertification in structured literacy methodologies such as Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading System, or comparable evidence-based phonics frameworks2+ years of experience conducting small-group reading instruction with K-2 students or learners facing reading challengesProven capacity to evaluate student reading abilities and develop differentiated lesson plans autonomouslyGenuine interest in video games and gaming culture, whether or not you are an active gamerLegally authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorshipAbout NextGen AcademyThere’s a new school in town that is revolutionizing education for 5th-8th graders who love gaming.There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!Working with usThis is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $50 USD/hour, which equates to $100,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.Crossover Job Code: LJ-5691-US-Phoenix-InstructionalC