Elementary Teacher

Aspire Public Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Elementary Teacher to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will create a nurturing and challenging environment that empowers students to take charge of their learning. You will develop lesson plans that align with state standards and assess student progress to tailor instruction to their needs. This position offers a collaborative professional learning community that supports your growth and development, ensuring you have the tools to make a meaningful impact on underserved students. If you are committed to educational excellence and eager to inspire the next generation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

100% Health Benefits on Select Plans

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid teaching credential required.
• 1+ year of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish a culture of high expectations for student success.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with state standards.
• Communicate regularly with students and families.

Skills

Knowledge of California State Standards

Child Cognitive Development

Differentiated Instruction

Data Analysis

Communication with Families

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

Child Development Teacher Permit

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Description

Behind every successful student is a team of passionate and dedicated educators. As an instructor at Aspire, you will deliver high-quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual. You will empower students to take control of their own learning and contribute to the continuous improvement of our nationally recognized model. Your professional learning community will provide a supportive and collaborative environment to fuel your growth and development. Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to earn a college degree.

What You Will Do

1. Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college.
2. Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines.
3. Assess students regularly and refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
4. Communicate regularly with students and families and involve families as partners in their child’s education.
5. Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs and improve instructional practices throughout the school.
6. Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches.

What You Will Bring

1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential required.
3. 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred.
4. For TK positions only, one of the following:
   • Child Development Teacher Permit issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
   • At least 24 units of college coursework completed in early childhood education, or child development, or both.
   • Professional experience in a classroom setting with TK students comparable to the 24 units of education described above (as determined by Aspire).
5. Knowledge of subject matter, including State Standards and subject-specific frameworks.
6. Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles.
7. Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data.
8. Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices.

Compensation

Aspire Public Schools offers a competitive salary schedule based on years of experience, ranging from $70,013 to $126,915 for the 2025-2026 school year. We provide comprehensive benefits including paid time off, 100% health benefits on select plans, life insurance, long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and promote affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.