Substitute Teacher; Alliance Milt and Debbie Valera Middle School

Position: 2026-27 Substitute Teacher (Alliance Milt and Debbie Valera Middle School)

ABOUT ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY PUBLIC SCHOOLS


Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 25 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles' Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education.

Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit www.

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WHY TEACH AT ALLIANCE?

• Alliance is seeking entrepreneurial educators who are passionate about innovating to transform the lives of children in communities where they are needed most.
• Alliance teachers don't have to choose between the benefits of a small community school and a large, cutting-edge organization-teachers enjoy the support of a large network of 28 campuses, with the close-knit feel of a small school of up to only 150 students per grade.
• Alliance is an ideal place for educators who thrive in an environment of high expectations and collaboration in service of strong results for our students.
• Alliance educators collaborate and mentor one another, and they embrace professional development and coaching to grow and hone their craft.
• Alliance's social justice mission also supports our restorative justice approach to student discipline, keeping students where they learn best-in classrooms.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Learning

• Drive outstanding student achievement for all students in your classroom and support colleagues in driving student achievement school-wide.
• Leverage Alliance resources and support to develop and implement powerfully engaging curricula and lessons designed to prepare all students to succeed in college and beyond.
• Utilize a wide variety of teaching methods to create differentiated opportunities for deep understanding for all learners, including students with special needs.
• Utilize a variety of data and technology to drive instruction and intervention.

Creating Positive Culture

• Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and supportive learning environment that excites and invests students in learning.
• Create a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement with a drive toward student achievement and college and career readiness.
• Work collaboratively with families and Alliance colleagues to support the achievement of all students and the mission and vision of the school.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• Belief. Hold the belief that all scholars, regardless of their economic or social demographics, deserve a quality education and can earn a four-year college degree.
• Social Justice. Desire to be a part of Alliance's social justice mission, integrating anti-racist, student-centered instruction, and teaching in systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles.
• Culture. 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.
• Expertise. Have strong academic content expertise, instructional and classroom culture skills, and in-depth knowledge of effective evaluation and assessment techniques to drive scholarly learning. Thrive in an environment of high expectations and collaboration.
• Mindset. Hold a growth mindset and commit to continuously honing their teaching craft.
• Relationship-Building. Have strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with both children and adults.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid 30-day substitute teaching permit or California Teaching Credential

BENEFITS

• We strive to be the best employer possible by offering excellent benefits for our employees and their families. Please  for more information about our health benefits, retirement options, as well as our paid holidays and leave.
• Professional Development: At Alliance, we believe in supporting staff growth and provide substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support to staff.
• Recognition: Provide special recognition to staff who demonstrate their dedication inside and beyond the school.

COMPENSATION
$34.00 - $34.00

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit an application. If you advance to the next step, you will be contacted for a phone screen and/or interview. Only candidates who advance will be contacted.

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