Math Teacher

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools Teaching Position

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 25 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.

At Alliance, we believe all scholars can achieve—no exceptions. Our All Means All initiative ensures that every scholar has equitable access to rigorous, grade-level instruction and the support needed to reach their full potential. Alliance teachers thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment that focuses on both scholar success and educator growth.

• Equitable Learning for All: Serve diverse learners (including scholars with disabilities and multilingual learners) through inclusive, grade-level instruction and individualized support.
• Curriculum & Resources: Curriculum is provided for most subjects, with the ability to adapt lessons to meet scholars' individual needs. Teachers are provided with curriculum maps, pacing guides, a repository of instructional materials and videos, interim assessments and item banks, and other resources.
• Advisory: Lead advisory classes that build relationships, support social-emotional growth, and strengthen school culture.
• Community & Family Engagement: Partner with families and community organizations through our Community Schools and parent engagement initiatives.
• Professional Development: Participate in regular instructional coaching and weekly professional development to support growth and continuous improvement.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide Excellent College-Preparatory Instruction to All Scholars
• Uphold Alliance Values and Standards of Excellence

Ideal Candidates

• Belief: 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 teach in systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles and be a part of Alliance's social justice mission by integrating anti-racist, pro-Black, student-centered instruction.
• Culture: 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.
• Data: Know how to use data, technology, and innovative teaching methods to monitor growth and scholar progress, drive classroom learning, and prepare all scholars to succeed in life after high school.
• Expertise: 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.
• Mindset: Hold a growth mindset and commit to continuously honing their teaching craft
• Relationship-Building: Have strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with both children and adults.

Minimum Qualifications

• A California teaching credential in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization are required. Applicants who will hold any of the following credentials by their start date are welcome to apply:
• California Single Subject Credential in Mathematics or Foundational-Level Mathematics (Clear or Preliminary). Applicants will be required to provide a copy of the credential, or, if in progress, a status letter from their credential program.
• California University or District Intern Credential in Mathematics or Foundational-Level Mathematics. Applicants will be required to provide an intern-eligibility letter from their credential program.
• Equivalent Out-of-State Credential transferring to California. Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their out-of-state credential. Note: If you do not yet hold a California-equivalent English Learner Authorization, you may qualify for a temporary permit while transferring your credential.
• For Middle School only: California Multiple Subject or Single Subject Credential with an Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Mathematics. Applicants will be required to provide a copy of the credential, or, if in progress, a status letter from their credential program.

Bachelor's Degree: Applicants without a credential will be required to provide a copy of their transcript for evaluation to determine eligibility for an emergency teaching permit.

Applicants without a current credential or a verifiable pathway toward obtaining a California teaching credential will not be considered.

Benefits

• In alignment with our commitment to equity for our scholars, Alliance is dedicated to promoting equity and transparency within our team, offering competitive salaries commensurate with experience, as well as generous retirement and health benefits. This position is Exempt.
• We strive to be the best employer possible by offering excellent benefits for our employees and their families. Please click HERE for more information about our health benefits, retirement options, as well as our paid holidays and leave.
• Professional Development: At Alliance, we believe in supporting teacher growth and providing substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support for teachers, including two weeks of professional development for new hires that introduce the Alliance culture and build classroom management and instructional planning skills.
• Leadership Opportunities: Alliance offers extensive leadership opportunities, both in and outside 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 Emerging Leader Cadre program.
• Recognition: The Teacher of the Year Award provides 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.

Compensation

$70,000.00 - $152,500.00

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit an application. If you advance to the next step, you will be contacted for a phone screen and/or interview. Only candidates who advance will be contacted.

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Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor or support applicants on visas at this time or in the foreseeable future.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, pro-Black community that celebrates diversity, equity, and the unique identities of all scholars and staff. Nearly two-thirds of our teachers and administrators identify as people of color, reinforcing our commitment to representation and the power of diverse role models. We recognize the richness of the cultures and communities we serve, and we believe that embracing and empowering these identities is essential to the success and pride of our scholars. Working at Alliance means joining a movement to drive transformative change, nurture resilience, and build lifelong, meaningful connections with scholars and their communities.

Champion Alliance's Anti-Racist, Pro-Black Mission: The strongest candidates will bring a commitment to Alliance's mission of building an anti-racist, pro-Black community that prioritizes the success and well-being of Black and Brown scholars. Candidates should have a passion for promoting equity through anti-racist, student-centered teaching practices that celebrate racial and cultural identities. This role is rooted in service to systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles, helping scholars graduate "college-ready" with pride in who they are.

This job description is subject to change at any time based on the evolving needs of the organization.