History Teacher

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

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate History Teacher to inspire and empower students in a supportive environment. This role involves delivering high-quality instruction, developing engaging lesson plans, and fostering a culture of excellence where every student is encouraged to pursue higher education. Join a collaborative team dedicated to transforming educational experiences and promoting equity among diverse learners. With a commitment to professional development and community partnership, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives and futures.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with state standards.
• Assess students and differentiate instruction based on their needs.
• Establish a culture of high expectations for all students.

Skills

Knowledge of State Standards

Child Development Understanding

Data Analysis

Instructional Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Valid Single Subject Social Science Credential

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About Aspire

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 students across California. Founded in 1998, Aspire aims to transform racial, social, and gender inequities, and is one of the largest open-enrollment public charter systems in the nation. Our purpose is to prepare scholars for success in college, career, and life, grounded in our core values of Well-Being, Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

The Opportunity

As a History Teacher at Aspire, you will deliver high-quality instruction in a small school environment where every student is known and valued. You will empower students to take control of their learning and contribute to our nationally recognized model, supported by a collaborative professional learning community.

What You Will Do

• Establish a culture of high expectations, including the belief 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 data and needs
• Communicate with students and families, involving them as partners
• Identify student needs and collaborate with team members to address them
• Participate in professional development and work with lead teachers, principals, and coaches

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Single Subject Social Science Credential
• 1+ year of experience with students preferred
• Knowledge of State Standards and subject-specific frameworks
• Understanding of child development and learning styles
• Ability to analyze student data
• Willingness to reflect and improve instruction

Compensation

Salary range for 2025-26: $70,013 - $126,915, benchmarked against local districts and charter schools. Benefits include paid time off, health coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.

Aspire is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity and inclusion.