Elementary Teacher

Aspire Public Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

100% core health coverage on select

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aspire Public Schools is seeking dedicated teachers to join our LA-area campuses. You will deliver high-quality instruction in a small-school environment where each student is known and valued. You will empower students to take ownership of learning and contribute to our nationally recognized model.

You will work in a collaborative professional learning community, with support from lead teachers and instructional coaches to continually improve practice and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid credential required for California teaching positions.
• 1+ year experience with students as teacher, intern, or teaching assistant preferred.
• TK positions: Child Development Teacher Permit or 24 units in early childhood education or child development, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish a culture of high expectations that every student will attend college.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with California State Standards and Aspire guidelines.
• Assess students regularly and differentiate instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
• Communicate regularly with students and families and involve families as partners in education.
• Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to address needs and improve instructional practices.
• Participate in professional development with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Family communication

Collaboration

Education

Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

1+ year teaching experience

TK credential options (CDTP or 24 units in ECE/Child Development)

Tools

Google Classroom

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are now accepting applications for the 26-27SY!

Compensation: Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program.

Below is the Teacher salary schedule based on years of experience.

Compensation: Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program. Below is the Teacher salary schedule based on years of experience. Teacher - LA.pdf - Google Drive *If you’re considering applying, we highly encourage you to upload any relevant documents you possess. Our credentialing department will be able to swiftly verify your status and provide any necessary assistance throughout your credentialing journey.

Documents to upload:

1. 1. Non-Credentialed- transcripts, passing test scores, intern eligibility letters.
2. 2. Credentialing Program- transcripts, passing test scores, appeasement letter.
3. 3. Intern Credential- transcripts, passing test scores, intern program documentation.
4. 4. Preliminary Credential- upload copy of your credential and/or include your credential number.
5. 5. Clear Credential- upload a copy of your credential and/or include your credential number.

The Opportunity:

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. In addition, 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:

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

What You Will Bring:

• Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential required
• 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
• 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)
• Knowledge of subject matter, including State Standards and subject-specific frameworks
• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices

Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.