Teacher: Math, Middle School - Life Academy Middle-High School (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District • Oakland, CA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Oakland Unified School District is seeking passionate and dedicated educators to join their team. The district aims to create joyful, healing, and liberatory spaces of learning for students, families, and communities. Oakland educators are described as passionate, equity-focused, and resilient. The district values students first, joy, equity, excellence, integrity, and cultural responsiveness. The mission is to build a Full Service Community District focused on high academic achievement, serving the whole child, eliminating inequity, and providing excellent teachers. The vision is for all students to find joy in their academic experience and graduate prepared for college, career, and community success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Eligible for employment in the US.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Possess, or be willing to earn, a California teaching credential.
• Two current professional references on file, including one from a previous supervisor.
• Disclose every California school district, County Office of Education, charter school or state special school that they have worked for to satisfy AB2534 requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Passionate, equity-focused, and resilient educator.

Responsibilities

• Teach middle school math.
• Create joyful, healing, and liberatory spaces of learning.
• Serve the whole child.
• Eliminate inequity.
• Provide excellent teaching every day.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage for teacher and dependents at no cost to full-time teachers.
• Retirement benefits through the CALSTRS Retirement System.
• BCLAD Stipend.
• Access to more affordable housing in partnership with TRiO Plus.

What This Job Offers

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