ABOUT ASPIRE

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through—Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and

post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

JOB SUMMARY

The Teacher, STEAM/STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) will be responsible for providing a high quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual; uphold the mission and values of Aspire Public Schools and contribute to our goal that every student in California has access to a high quality public education including scientific curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving while supporting Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The position expands student access to arts education by incorporating visual arts, design, scientific illustration, and creative expression into science learning experiences

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college

• Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines

• Assess students regularly and analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs

• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices

• Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress

• Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students’ education

• Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged

• Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches

• Maintain accurate student records including attendance

• Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior

• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Additional:

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior 

QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles

• Knowledge of subject matter, including California State Standards and subject-specific frameworks

• Knowledge of assessments

• Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices

• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data

• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices

• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community

• Familiarity with computer coding and robotics curriculum

• Computer and Internet search skills

Minimum education level:

• Bachelor’s degree

Licensing Requirements:

• Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with an added Science authorization &

• English Learner Authorization (CLAD or equivalent).

Experience required:

• 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred

• Knowledge of California Arts Standards and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

• Experience with arts integration and project-based learning.

Physical requirements:

• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.

•  Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Work authorization requirements: 

• Clear the Department of Justice background screening

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Provide health (TB) clearance (renewed every four years)