PE Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

100% core health benefits coverage on

life insurance/long‑term disability

CA state retirement plan

tuition reimbursement plan

adoption assistance program

Job summary

Aspire Public Schools, a network of high‑performing charter schools across California, seeks an instructor to deliver high‑quality instruction in a small school setting where each student is known and valued. You will empower learners to take ownership of their education and contribute to ongoing improvement of our nationally recognized model.

You will collaborate with lead teachers, principals and instructional coaches, align with California standards, and participate in a supportive

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles.
• Knowledge of California State Standards and subject‑specific frameworks.
• Knowledge of assessments.
• Ability to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and best practices.
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data.
• Ability to reflect and improve instructional practices.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community.

Responsibilities

• 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 analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices.
• Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress.
• Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students’ education.
• Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged.
• Actively participate in professional development activities, working closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches.
• Maintain accurate student records including attendance.
• Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies, and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication with families

Reflective practice

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Compensation

Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammates' well‑being. In addition to a competitive base salary 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.

Documents to Upload

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

About Aspire

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK‑12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—to transform inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes—Aspire is one of the largest and most forward‑thinking open‑enrollment public charter school systems in the nation. Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post‑secondary lives.

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. 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.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• 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 analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices.
• Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress.
• Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students’ education.
• Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged.
• Actively participate in professional development activities, working closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches.
• Maintain accurate student records including attendance.
• Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies, and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles.
• Knowledge of subject matter, including California State Standards and subject‑specific frameworks.
• Knowledge of assessments.
• Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and best practices.
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data.
• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community.

Minimum Educational Level

Bachelor’s degree.

Licensing Requirements

Single subject: physical education authorization, including English learner authorization, required.

Experience Required

1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred.

Physical Demands

Functional requirements include: standing, walking, bending over, kneeling, crouching, reaching overhead, grasping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 30 pounds to shoulder height, repetitive hand use, normal depth perception, extended periods of sitting/walking/standing, hand/finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and office equipment, reading ability, distinguishing colors, and verbal communication at normal levels.

Work Environment

The work environment is a standard office and classroom setting, including computer labs. Employees may be exposed to dust, oils, cleaning chemicals, and childhood diseases. Work may include the occasional requirement to work outside normal hours to meet operational deadlines. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.