Biology Teacher; Renee & Meyer Luskin College- Academy

Position: IMMEDIATE OPENING Biology Teacher (Renee & Meyer Luskin College-Ready Academy)

IMMEDIATE OPENING Biology Teacher (Renee & Meyer Luskin College-Ready Academy)

Join Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
—one of California’s largest nonprofit public charter networks—to provide college‑preparatory instruction in science to a vibrant, diverse student body.

About Alliance College-Ready Public Schools

Alliance operates 26 high‑performing middle and high schools educating nearly 13,000 scholars, many drawn from Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black and recent immigrant communities. 95% of our scholars graduate from high school and move on to post‑secondary institutions.
All schools are tuition‑free and emphasized equity, access, and community partnership.

Role Summary

As a Biology Teacher you will instructionally lead a cohort of scholars toward college‑ready standards, integrating local and global phenomena, and employing NGSS‑aligned curricula such as Amplify Science and Discovery Techbook. You will partner with science teams, coaches, and district leaders to support each student’s learning journey.

Why Teach at Alliance?

• Engage scholars in real‑world science and advocacy.
• Access to robust professional‑development—including formal PDs, departmental coaching, and collaborative learning modules.
• Supportive culture that values anti‑racism, student‑centered instruction, and community impact.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a positive, achievement‑oriented classroom that motivates scholars to learn at college‑prep levels.
• Plan, execute, and adjust curriculum to meet rigorous standards (Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, etc.), ensuring equitable access for all scholars.
• Collect and respond to feedback from coaches, peers, and leaders to continuously refine instruction.
• Maintain accurate records and submit required school documentation.

Uphold Alliance Values and Standards of Excellence

• Continuously improve instruction aligned with the Alliance Graduate Profile.
• Adhere to policy on lesson‑plan submission, unit‑plan completion, and re‑teaching strategies.
• Support classroom culture that fosters well‑being and engagement.
• Maintain attendance and coursework records, including timely report cards and assessments.

Ideal Candidates

• Strong belief in equitable access to a high‑quality education.
• Commitment to anti‑racist, student‑centered pedagogy in underserved communities.
• Proven ability to build a supportive, collaborative culture of high expectations.
• Content expertise, instructional skill, assessment proficiency, and growth mindset.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active California teacher certification in Biology (Clear or Preliminary) and valid English Learner Authorization by August 1st.
• Credential requirements:
  • California Single or Multiple Subject Credential (Clear or Preliminary).
  • Multiple Subject Credential with Biology Authorization.
  • California University Internship Credential Eligible (intern eligibility letter required).
  • Proof of credential in progress (University email acceptable).
  • Non‑California credential transferable to California (proven in progress).
• Applicants lacking a single‑subject credential or not on a path to obtain one are ineligible.
• Consider the Alliance Teacher Residency Program for credential acquisition (one‑year partnership with Marshall).

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package—health, retirement, paid holidays, and leave.
• Robust professional development—including a bi‑annual academy‑wide PD series and two weeks of intensive new‑hire training.
• Leadership pathways:
  Emerging Leader Cadre, Aspiring Principal Program, and classroom‑level decision‑making.
• Recognition through Teacher of the Year Award.
• Salary range: $70,000.00 – $.

Compensation

Salary: $70,000.00 – $

Application Process

Submit an application online. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Alliance is an anti‑racist, pro‑Black community that celebrates diversity and supports equity for all scholars and staff. We require full COVID‑19 vaccination for all team members, with medical exemptions available upon request.

All applicants, regardless of ancestry, age, gender identity, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics, are welcome to apply. If you meet some but not all criteria, we encourage you to apply.

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