Startup Mentor

1 month ago

Amman, Jordan Crossover Full time

  • This role isn’t just about managing a program; it's about crafting an ecosystem where high school students achieve the extraordinary. By integrating the latest technologies and adopting a startup mindset, you will lead AlphaX to new heights, inspiring students to turn their groundbreaking ideas into reality. If you're driven by innovation, mentorship, and the desire to leave a lasting mark on education, join us in shaping a future where learning knows no bounds.

    What You Will Be Doing
  • Entrepreneurial Mentorship: Inspire students with your entrepreneurial spirit, guiding them through the process of turning ambitious ideas into tangible outcomes.
  • Innovative Program Development: Continuously evolve the AlphaX curriculum by integrating cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, ensuring it remains at the forefront of educational innovation.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Leverage your network to build partnerships that enhance the AlphaX experience, bringing real-world challenges and opportunities into the classroom.
  • Visionary Leadership: Drive the program’s direction with a bold, entrepreneurial approach, setting ambitious goals and milestones for both students and the program itself.
  • What You Won’t Be Doing
  • Relying on traditional education models—our approach is futuristic and impact-driven.
  • Limiting creativity—encourage boundless innovation instead.
  • Working solo—you'll collaborate with a community of visionary students, educators, and industry leaders.
  • Settling for the status quo—pushing boundaries is what we do.
  • Startup Mentor Key Responsibilities

    Champion the entrepreneurial journey of AlphaX students, guiding them to find their passion, master their craft, and execute Masterpiece projects with the intensity and dedication of Olympic athletes.

    Basic Requirements
  • Ready to work in-person in Austin, TX, or willing to relocate by April 1, 2024.
  • A history with startup accelerators like Y Combinator, Techstars, etc., or significant experience in launching or scaling a tech or educational startup.
  • At least 2 years of leading large-scale projects or programs, showcasing your ability to deliver results.
  • Exceptional public speaking abilities, able to inspire and engage any audience.
  • Flexibility to conduct student workshops during evenings and weekends, fitting our students' schedules.
  • The legal right to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
  • Nice-to-have Requirements
  • Experience in education technology or project-based learning.
  • A professional network in the tech startup ecosystem.
  • About Alpha

    Want to build better schools? Join the thriving community of Alpha. Alpha is a network of K-12 schools in Texas committed to redefining the way kids learn. Change starts with our three promises to students:
  • Students love school.
  • Students learn two times faster than in a traditional school.
  • Students learn life skills.

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