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Overview Join to apply for the 2026-27 Dance Teacher role at Alliance College-Ready Public Schools . About Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 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 educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit For current vacancies by location, please click here. WHY TEACH AT ALLIANCE? At Alliance, we believe all scholars can achieve—no exceptions. Our All Means All initiative ensures that every scholar has equitable access to rigorous, grade-level instruction and the support needed to reach their full potential. Alliance teachers thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment that focuses on both scholar success and educator growth. Responsibilities Provide Excellent College-Preparatory Instruction to All Scholars: Develop and maintain a positive, achievement-oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations that motivates and inspires scholars to learn at college-preparatory levels. Effectively execute assigned curriculum and just-in-time supports to reach every scholar, regardless of prior academic background, disability, or English language fluency. Engage in internalizing assigned curriculum, tied to specific grade level and content standards, in teacher teams and individually to prepare daily lesson plans, instructional materials, and exit tickets aligned to rigorous college-ready standards. Use exit tickets, unit tests, interim exams, and other assessment data to determine differentiated re-teaching needed to advance all scholars toward demonstrating mastery. Collaborate with peers to ensure that all scholars receive the appropriate support, including the accommodations they need to successfully access grade-level content. Uphold Alliance Values and Standards of Excellence Provide all scholars opportunities aligned with the Alliance’s College-Ready Graduate Profile. Create a coherent and supportive classroom culture to support scholar engagement, learning, and well-being. Support Alliance’s aspiration to prepare all scholars for college, with 75% or more completing a four-year college degree. Seek opportunities to build strong and collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, families, scholars, and alumni. Ideal Candidates Belief: All scholars deserve a quality education and can earn a four-year college degree. Social Justice: Desire to teach in systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles and be part of Alliance’s social justice mission. Culture: Ability to develop a positive, achievement-oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations. Data: Ability to use data, technology, and innovative teaching methods to monitor growth and scholar progress. Expertise: Strong content expertise, instructional and classroom management skills, and knowledge of evaluation and assessment techniques. Mindset: Growth mindset with commitment to continuously honing teaching craft. Relationship-Building: Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with children and adults. Minimum Qualifications A California teaching credential in the assigned subject area(s) and a valid English Learner Authorization. Applicants who will hold any of the following credentials by their start date are welcome to apply: California Single Subject Credential in Dance (Clear or Preliminary) or Physical Education with a “PE” or “PEX” authorization code (Clear or Preliminary). California Single Subject Credential with a Specific Supplementary Authorization in Dance (Clear or Preliminary). California University or District Intern Credential in Dance. Equivalent Out-of-State Credential transferring to California. For Middle School only: California Multiple Subject or Single Subject Credential with an Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Dance. Bachelor’s Degree: Applicants without a credential will be required to provide a copy of their transcript for evaluation to determine eligibility for an emergency teaching permit. Applicants without a current credential or a verifiable pathway toward obtaining a California teaching credential will not be considered. Benefits Competitive salaries commensurate with experience, generous retirement and health benefits. This position is Exempt. Professional Development: School-based and network-wide development, including two weeks of professional development for new hires. Leadership Opportunities: Opportunities to lead and participate in school-level decision-making and a Cadre program for leadership growth. Recognition: Teacher of the Year Award recognizing dedication and impact. Compensation $70,000.00 - $152,500.00 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. You can view the progress of your application by logging in to your Candidate Home Account at the top right of our jobs page. We are not able to sponsor or support applicants on visas at this time or in the foreseeable future. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, pro-Black community that celebrates diversity, equity, and the identities of all scholars and staff. Nearly two-thirds of our teachers and administrators identify as people of color. We recognize the richness of the cultures and communities we serve, and we believe embracing these identities is essential to the success and pride of our scholars. Champion Alliance’s Anti-Racist, Pro-Black Mission: The strongest candidates will commit to building an anti-racist, pro-Black community that prioritizes Black and Brown scholars. This role is rooted in service to underserved communities in Los Angeles, helping scholars graduate “college-ready” with pride in who they are. This job description is subject to change at any time based on the evolving needs of the organization. Alliance College-Ready Public Schools are tuition-free public charter schools that do not discriminate based on protected characteristics. All team members must complete a LiveScan background check and TB clearance. COVID-19 vaccination is required with possible exemptions. Questions can be directed to the Talent Acquisition Team at staffing@laalliance.org. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Education and Training Industries: Non-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr Alliance College-Ready Public Schools

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