Middle School STEM Teacher

Started by Families, Focused on Students

Alpha Public Schools is a free TK-12 public charter school system on a mission to prepare the next generation of leaders in East San José.

We were founded by families in East San José who wanted stronger academics and more support for their children. We are a network of four public charter schools committed to providing access to an outstanding education.

Alpha Public Schools educates approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student‑centered learning environments to help our scholars thrive. Our community is rooted in the schools’ founding by a group of mothers seeking better educational opportunities for their students, and we engage families in a collaborative approach.

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards‑based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom‑management practices and engaging lessons that produce strong academic results
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and ongoing professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential – Multiple Subject or Single Subject Math and/or Science (dependent on specific teaching assignment)
• Subject‑matter knowledge and strong classroom‑management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities (approximately 80% of our students are from under‑resourced communities; the majority are Latinx and/or Vietnamese)

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status with compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision and dental coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential‑required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for hard‑to‑fill roles (math, science, special education)

Alpha Public Schools is an equal‑opportunity employer. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under‑represented backgrounds.

To apply, please submit a resume.