Art Teacher (2022-2023 School Year) at Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
About the Employer
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit www.LAalliance.org.
Job Summary
Job Summary
WHY TEACH AT ALLIANCE? Teaching at an Alliance school is an opportunity to inspire transformational change for scholars and their communities while building lifelong, meaningful relationships. We aspire to have 75% or more of our scholars complete a four-year college degree. To attain this goal, we provide teachers with the autonomy to adjust their practices to best meet the individual needs of their scholars. We also provide teachers with resources such as curriculum maps, a repository of instructional materials and videos, interim assessments and item banks, one-on-one teacher coaching, weekly professional development, and freedom to innovate. Teachers are able to focus on the individual needs of scholars by utilizing ancillary resources, including English Learners and special education interventions, counselors, and instructional assistants.
Requirements / Qualifications
THE STRONGEST CANDIDATES WILL - 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. - Social Justice. 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 continue honing their teaching craft - Relationship-Building. Have strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with both children and adults.
QUALIFICATIONS - Applicants for Art who will hold any of the following credentials by August 1, 2022, are welcome to apply: California Single or Multiple Subject Credential (Clear or Preliminary) If you hold a Multiple Subject Credential, you must have an Art 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) Prior to applying, please review the credential requirements listed on our webpage. - Active California teacher certification in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization (e.g. CLAD) by August 1, 2022. - Candidates that 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. If you are interested in becoming a teacher, Alliance has partnered with Claremont Graduate University to develop a teacher residency program leading to a teaching credential and Master's in Education.
Requirements / Qualifications
THE STRONGEST CANDIDATES WILL - 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. - Social Justice. 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 continue honing their teaching craft - Relationship-Building. Have strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with both children and adults.
QUALIFICATIONS - Applicants for Art who will hold any of the following credentials by August 1, 2022, are welcome to apply: California Single or Multiple Subject Credential (Clear or Preliminary) If you hold a Multiple Subject Credential, you must have an Art 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) Prior to applying, please review the credential requirements listed on our webpage. - Active California teacher certification in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization (e.g. CLAD) by August 1, 2022. - Candidates that 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. If you are interested in becoming a teacher, Alliance has partnered with Claremont Graduate University to develop a teacher residency program leading to a teaching credential and Master's in Education.
Comments and Other Information
BENEFITS
Compensation: Alliance provides a competitive salary for teachers. Please click HERE for our starting teacher salary scale.
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision are covered at 100% of monthly premiums for individual employees and at least $1,000 per month towards family plan premiums.
Retirement: Teachers may participate in the California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS) with an expected Alliance match of 18.4% for certified employees for the 21-22 School Year.
Paid Leave: Teachers have five weeks of paid leave during school breaks, plus sick leave that accrues at one day per month.
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 Teacher Leader Cadre program or join our Aspiring Principal Program.
Teacher of the Year awards provide 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.
To apply, scroll down to submit your resume and application. Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
** PLEASE NOTE: Alliance College-Ready Public Schools requires that all team members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the safety of our students, family, and staff. Team members may apply to seek a medical exemption. Regardless of your current vaccination status, our team can advise you on how to fulfill this important requirement so that you can start the position in a timely way. **
Comments and Other Information
BENEFITS
Compensation: Alliance provides a competitive salary for teachers. Please click HERE for our starting teacher salary scale.
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision are covered at 100% of monthly premiums for individual employees and at least $1,000 per month towards family plan premiums.
Retirement: Teachers may participate in the California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS) with an expected Alliance match of 18.4% for certified employees for the 21-22 School Year.
Paid Leave: Teachers have five weeks of paid leave during school breaks, plus sick leave that accrues at one day per month.
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 Teacher Leader Cadre program or join our Aspiring Principal Program.
Teacher of the Year awards provide 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.
To apply, scroll down to submit your resume and application. Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
** PLEASE NOTE: Alliance College-Ready Public Schools requires that all team members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the safety of our students, family, and staff. Team members may apply to seek a medical exemption. Regardless of your current vaccination status, our team can advise you on how to fulfill this important requirement so that you can start the position in a timely way. **
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
8/5/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$61,200 - $114,560
Length of Work Year
11 Months
Employment Type
Full Time