High School Chemistry Teacher (26-27)

Alpha Public Schools•San Jose, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four public charter schools committed to providing access to an outstanding education. We are seeking a High School Chemistry Teacher for the 26-27 school year. Founded by families in East San José, Alpha's mission is to prepare the next generation of leaders. We educate approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose, ensuring safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments. Our community connection is strong, with families engaged in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education. A successful Alpha teacher believes all students are capable of success, upholds high expectations, and uses student data to drive instruction. We seek educators committed to amplifying and celebrating diverse experiences, providing access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree
A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Single Subject: Science: Chemistry
Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
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
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
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)