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Alliance College-Ready Public Schools · 2 months ago

IMMEDIATE OPENING English Language Development (Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8)

Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$70K/yr - $152K/yr

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating high-performing middle and high schools in Los Angeles. The English Language Development Teacher will provide excellent college-preparatory instruction to all scholars, develop a positive classroom culture, and collaborate with various departments to ensure effective learning experiences for all students.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a positive, achievement-oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations that motivates and inspires scholars to learn at college-preparatory levels

Effectively execute assigned curriculum and just-in-time support to reach every scholar, regardless of prior academic background, disability, or English language fluency

Engage in internalizing assigned curriculum, tied to specific grade level and content standards, in teacher teams and individually to prepare daily lesson plans, instructional materials, and exit tickets aligned to rigorous college-ready standards (e.g., Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, etc.)

Welcome and incorporate feedback from the coaching, guidance, and feedback provided by school leaders, peer coaches, and content support managers

Exhibit a continuous improvement mindset to provide scholars opportunities aligned to Alliance’s Graduate Profile

Ensure timely and high-quality submission of school requirements such as intellectual preparation/lesson plans, unit plans, and re-teaching plans

Provide a coherent and supportive classroom culture aligned to the school-wide culture policy and keep documentation of all interventions taken to support scholar engagement, learning, and well-being

Maintain accurate, current records for attendance and coursework, and submit timely completed report cards and school-wide assessment records

Qualification

California Single Subject CredentialEnglish Learner AuthorizationClassroom management skillsInstructional expertiseInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsRelationship-building skillsGrowth mindset

Required

California Single or Multiple Subject Credential (Clear or Preliminary)

If you hold a Multiple Subject Credential, you must have an ELA1 Authorization

California University Internship Credential Eligible (Intern eligibility letter required)

Proof of California Credential in Progress (University email can satisfy this requirement)

Non-California Credential Transferring to California; please provide proof of transferring credential in progress (i.e. from other U.S. states)

Active California teacher certification in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization (e.g. CLAD) by August 1st

Candidates who don't hold a single subject credential or have a pathway to obtaining a California teaching credential will not be eligible for a teaching position

Preferred

Hold the belief that all scholars, regardless of their economic or social demographics, deserve a quality education and can earn a four-year college degree

Desire to be a part of Alliance's social justice mission, integrating anti-racist, student-centered instruction, and teaching in systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles

Demonstrate an ability to develop a positive, achievement-oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations that motivates and inspires scholars to learn at college-preparatory levels

Have strong academic content expertise, instructional and classroom management skills, and in-depth knowledge of effective evaluation and assessment techniques to drive scholar learning

Thrive in an environment of high expectations and collaboration

Hold a growth mindset and commit to continuously honing their teaching craft

Have strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with both children and adults

Benefits

We strive to be the best employer possible by offering excellent benefits for our employees and their families.

Professional Development: At Alliance, we believe in supporting teacher growth and provide substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support for teachers, including two weeks of professional development for new hires that introduces the Alliance culture and builds classroom management and instructional planning skills.

Leadership Opportunities: Leadership opportunities are extensive at Alliance, both in and outside of the classroom. Our close-knit school communities look to teachers to support scholar extracurricular activities and lead school-level decision-making. Teachers interested in growing their leadership skills while remaining in the classroom are invited to join our Emerging Leader Cadre program or join our Aspiring Principal Program.

Recognition: The Teacher of the Year Award provides special recognition and compensation to teachers who demonstrate their dedication inside and beyond the classroom, as well as their exceptional ability to engage scholars and activate their excitement for education.