Biology Teacher

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide excellent college‑preparatory instruction to all scholars. Develop and maintain a positive, achievement‑oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations that motivates and inspires scholars to learn at college‑preparatory levels. Effectively execute assigned curriculum and just‑in‑time supports to reach every scholar, regardless of prior academic background, disability, or English language fluency. Engage in internalizing assigned curriculum, tied to specific grade level and content standards, in teacher teams and individually to prepare daily lesson plans, instructional materials, and exit tickets aligned to rigorous college‑ready standards. Use exit tickets, unit tests, interim exams, and other assessment data to determine differentiated re‑teaching needed to advance all scholars toward demonstrating mastery. Collaborate with peers to ensure that all scholars receive the appropriate support, including the accommodations they need to successfully access grade‑level content. Uphold Alliance values and standards of excellence by providing all scholars opportunities aligned with the Alliance’s College‑Ready Graduate Profile. Create a coherent and supportive classroom culture to support scholar engagement, learning, and well‑being. Support Alliance’s aspiration to prepare all scholars for college, with 75% or more completing a four‑year college degree. Seek opportunities, both individually and through school‑based initiatives, to build strong and collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, families, scholars, and alumni. 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 California teaching credential in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization. California Single Subject Credential in Science: Biological Sciences (Clear or Preliminary) or Specialized Biological Sciences. California University or District Intern Credential in Science: Biological Sciences. California Single Subject Credential with a Specific Supplementary Authorization in Biological Sciences (Clear or Preliminary). Equivalent out‑of‑state credential transferable to California. Bachelor’s degree if no credential; transcript must be provided for evaluation of eligibility for an emergency teaching permit. All candidates must provide a copy of their credential or, if in progress, a status letter from the credential program. If an English Learner Authorization has not yet been obtained, applicants may qualify for a temporary permit while transferring their credential. BENEFITS Competitive salaries commensurate with experience, generous retirement and health benefits, paid holidays, and leave. Alliance is committed to equity and transparency within the team and offers substantial school‑based and network‑wide professional development, including a two‑week orientation program for new hires and ongoing instructional coaching. Leadership opportunities are available both in and outside the classroom, including the Emerging Leader Cadre program. Teachers are eligible for the Teacher of the Year Award, which provides special recognition and compensation. COMPENSATION $70,000.00 - $152,500.00. EEO STATEMENT 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. We do not discriminate against any scholar, parent, community member, or staff member based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these characteristics. REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL TEAM MEMBERS All team members must complete a LiveScan background check and TB clearance. #J-18808-Ljbffr