2026-27 Art Teacher (Collins Family College-Ready High School)

LA Alliance

10d • $70,000 - $107,750 • Onsite

About The Position

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is seeking an Art Teacher for the 2026-27 school year at Collins Family College-Ready High School. Alliance is a large, successful nonprofit public charter school network in Los Angeles, educating nearly 13,000 scholars in Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools are recognized nationally for their performance. The network's mission is to uplift scholars and their communities by fostering educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. The 'All Means All' initiative ensures equitable access to rigorous instruction and support for every scholar. Alliance teachers work in a supportive, collaborative environment focused on scholar success and educator growth. Teachers will provide equitable learning for all, including diverse learners with disabilities and multilingual learners, through inclusive, grade-level instruction and individualized support. Curriculum is provided for most subjects and can be adapted to individual scholar needs, with resources like curriculum maps, pacing guides, instructional materials, videos, and assessments available. Teachers will lead advisory classes to build relationships, support social-emotional growth, and strengthen school culture. They will also partner with families and community organizations through Community Schools and parent engagement initiatives. Professional development includes regular instructional coaching and weekly sessions for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A California teaching credential in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization are required.
• California Single Subject Credential in Art (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 Art. 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.
• For Middle School only: California Multiple Subject or Single Subject Credential with an Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Art.
• 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.
• Belief that all scholars, regardless of their economic or social demographics, deserve a quality education and can earn a four-year college degree.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 continuously honing their teaching craft.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with both children and adults.

Nice To Haves

• If you do not yet hold a California-equivalent English Learner Authorization, you may qualify for a temporary permit while transferring your credential.

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
• Provide 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries commensurate with experience
• Generous retirement and health benefits
• Excellent benefits for employees and their families
• Paid holidays and leave
• Substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support for teachers, including two weeks of professional development for new hires
• Extensive leadership opportunities, both in and outside the classroom
• Teacher of the Year Award provides special recognition and compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level