STEAM Teacher (Math/Science/Art/Technology)

About Aspire

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high‑performing, college‑preparatory charter schools serving TK‑12 scholars across California. Founded in 1998 to transform inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes, Aspire is one of the nation’s largest open‑enrollment public charter systems. Its purpose is to prepare scholars for success in college, career, and life by providing knowledge, skills, and power to make choices for themselves and their families. The community of students, families, teachers, and staff learns, works, and plays together in an environment grounded in the values of Bienestar (Well‑Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self‑Determination, and Joy.

About the role

The Teacher, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) will provide high‑quality instruction in a small‑school setting where each student is known and valued. The role upholds Aspire’s mission and values and contributes to the goal that every California student has access to a high‑quality public education aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards, including topics such as robotics, computer science, and engineering design.

Responsibilities

• 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, analyze results, and refine/differentiate instruction based on data and student needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices school‑wide and share best practices.
• Communicate regularly with students and families about classroom activities and student progress.
• Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students’ education.
• Manage student behavior to ensure full engagement.
• Actively participate in professional development and work closely with lead teachers, the principal, and instructional coaches.
• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance.
• Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to address them effectively.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support for, Aspire’s mission, vision, values, standards, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

• 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.
• Willingness to reflect on and improve instructional practices.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and community members.
• Familiarity with computer coding and robotics curriculum.
• Computer and Internet search skills.
• Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree.
• Licensing: Single subject credential in Mathematics (full, not foundational) OR Business OR Industrial and Technology Education OR any credential with an additional authorization in Computer Science (including English learner authorization).
• Experience: 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant (preferred).
• Physical requirements: stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull, lift/carry up to 30 lb to shoulder height; repetitive hand use; normal depth perception; extended periods of sitting, walking, or standing; dexterity for keyboard and office equipment; ability to see/read screens and printed material; hearing at normal levels.
• Work authorization: clear Department of Justice background screening; authorized to work in the United States; provide health (TB) clearance (renewed every four years).

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $70,304 – $119,934, benchmarked against local districts and charter schools. Benefits include paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long‑term disability, participation in a California state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and an adoption assistance program.