6th Grade STEM Teacher (26-27)

Alpha Public Schools • San Jose, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four free, TK-12 public charter schools in East San José, founded by families to provide stronger academics and support for their children. The mission is to prepare the next generation of leaders in East San José for success in college and career. Alpha is committed to providing access to an outstanding education, ensuring safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments for approximately 1,900 scholars. The network maintains a strong connection to its community, engaging families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education. A successful Alpha teacher believes in the capability of all students, upholds high expectations, and uses student data to drive instruction for scholar growth. They are open to coaching and feedback for continuous professional development. Alpha seeks educators committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of scholars and their families, who are excited to be part of a vibrant school community. Teachers are expected to provide instruction that responds to socio-emotional needs, supports literacy development across all classes and content areas, utilizes culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodates individual learning differences.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Multiple Subject or Single Subject Math and/or Science with an added authorization
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees