Mathematics Teacher at Life Learning Academy
About the Employer
The Life Learning Academy (LLA) is a Bay Area charter high school and non profit organization for disconnected and under-resourced youth and young adults. Our mission is to create a welcoming and well-resourced community for students who have not been successful in traditional school settings. For 26 years, Life Learning Academy has successfully supported high-need students from the San Francisco Bay Area to thrive. Factors contributing to the uniqueness of LLA’s program include: (1) the ability to re-engage youth who were previously disconnected from school and community; (2) innovative project-based learning and career development pathways which include paid employment and; (3) supportive housing programs for our students and alumni. LLA is the only public school in California offering no cost housing to unstably housed and homeless students. Opened in 2019, we have an on-campus (no fee) dormitory for up to 16 students. The impact on our residents’ attendance, academic performance, and engagement is nothing short of remarkable .Without intervention, disconnected and unstably housed youth are at very high risk for homelessness, substance abuse, incarceration, and violence. Additionally, LLA is a small school which maintains a 1:6 teacher to student ratio with 6-8 students per class. We utilize a block schedule model for extended instructional periods, and maintain immediate, on-call student intervention and onsite mental health counseling. Students are eligible for credit recovery options, concurrent enrollment with local community colleges in their junior & senior years, and ongoing transition services including education and employment counseling post graduation and transitional housing. Teachers teach 3 classes per term carrying a student load of no more than 24 students.
Job Summary
Job Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher with experience in project based learning and a clear passion for teaching young people about Mathematics and STEAM concepts, and how they apply to the world we live in. At Life Learning Academy, we believe that every single kid deserves relentless love, accountability, and the chance to make a good life. For the past 28 years, we’ve provided an innovative, student-centered alternative to large public high schools for Bay Area students who have been failed by traditional educational models. We believe that when our students become immersed in a community of mutual respect and accountability, they surpass everyone’s expectations. This belief is supported by our 92% average graduation rate. Our model includes on-campus, no-cost housing in our dormitory for up to 16 students. We offer ongoing transitional services for our alumni. We serve up to 60 students per year in the school, and maintain a 1:8 teacher to student ratio with 6-8 students per class. We utilize a block schedule model for extended instructional periods Monday-Thursday. On Fridays, we support students through our workforce development programming. Teachers teach 3 classes per term carrying a student load of no more than 24 students. Teachers are strongly encouraged, supported, and resourced to create engaging project-based curriculum building on student needs and interests and taking full advantage of Treasure Island and Bay Area opportunities. A team of experienced school leaders and mental health professions provide as-needed wraparound services and individualized interventions to all students.
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Be a University Intern or Possess a CA Teaching Credential (Multiple Subjects or Single Subject in Math / Provisional Internship Permits accepted) Some experience in classroom (instruction at the high school level is preferred) Criminal Justice Clearance (required)
How to Apply: Send a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications, and a resume to kbaker@llasf.org
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Be a University Intern or Possess a CA Teaching Credential (Multiple Subjects or Single Subject in Math / Provisional Internship Permits accepted) Some experience in classroom (instruction at the high school level is preferred) Criminal Justice Clearance (required)
How to Apply: Send a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications, and a resume to kbaker@llasf.org
Comments and Other Information
Desired skills, experience, and dispositions for LLA teachers:
Commitment to supporting the needs of disconnected and system-involved youth
Excellent communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills.
Competency with Google Docs and Google Classroom
Willingness to work collaboratively, but with the capacity to work independently.
Encourages a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice
Demonstrates content knowledge
Commitment to understanding student academic needs and catering instruction to meet those specific needs
Supports students’ social, emotional, and behavioral learning needs
Implements Project-Based Learning techniques and strategies
Facilitates and designs effective group work & independent learning opportunities
Provides timely feedback and collaborates with faculty to offer specialized support
Showcases student work within the local and wider school community
Scaffolds instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities
Be able to write or modify curriculum to address the needs of a variety of learners
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for every person on campus: LLA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse staff and inclusive work environment. Candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ+, and immigrants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Comments and Other Information
Desired skills, experience, and dispositions for LLA teachers:
Commitment to supporting the needs of disconnected and system-involved youth
Excellent communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills.
Competency with Google Docs and Google Classroom
Willingness to work collaboratively, but with the capacity to work independently.
Encourages a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice
Demonstrates content knowledge
Commitment to understanding student academic needs and catering instruction to meet those specific needs
Supports students’ social, emotional, and behavioral learning needs
Implements Project-Based Learning techniques and strategies
Facilitates and designs effective group work & independent learning opportunities
Provides timely feedback and collaborates with faculty to offer specialized support
Showcases student work within the local and wider school community
Scaffolds instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities
Be able to write or modify curriculum to address the needs of a variety of learners
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for every person on campus: LLA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse staff and inclusive work environment. Candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ+, and immigrants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline
7/27/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/28/2026
Contact
Kelly Baker
415-397-8957
415-397-8957
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Based on the SFUSD teacher pay scale, plus relocation and bonus considerations, health/vision/dental benefits, 401K, easy and free on-site parking, and delicious daily lunch prepared by our culinary academy. Additionally, teachers have full access to the
Length of Work Year
Academic Year
Employment Type
Full Time