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Our Mission: We believe that all children have a fundamental right to an excellent education. Alpha Public Schools will ensure that all of our scholars develop the academic skills and leadership habits required to succeed in college and live with integrity. Associate Director of Talent Acquisition , Talent Team Do you thrive when building strong relationships and working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment? Are you excited about finding great talent, problem solving through hard-to-hire roles, and leading the recruitment process and strategy across all roles in the organization? If so, Alpha’s Associate Director, Talent Acquisition role may be just what you’re looking for. In this role and as a member of our Talent Team, you will build and drive Alpha’s annual recruitment strategic plan, using data to improve the sourcing and selection processes along the way. You will be a key player in ensuring the best talent joins us on our mission! What you’ll do… Promote Alpha’s staff culture, mindsets, and values with all candidates and internally as an enthusiastic ambassador of the organization Own accountability for all key recruitment metrics, as determined in partnership with the Director of Talent Create an annual sourcing strategy, plan, and targets that align with Alpha’s recruitment needs and broader talent strategy Craft and implement a candidate cultivation strategy that develops the talent acquisition team’s ability to convert the best prospects into committed candidates Conduct interviews and cultivation meetings to understand candidates’ fit with Alpha Public Schools and with specific open positions Deepen the talent acquisition team’s relationship and trust with hiring managers, positioning yourself as a trusted, go-to resource Provide coaching and thought partnership to hiring managers on the cultivation and matriculation plan for each candidate and new hire Partner with all School Operations Managers to ensure a seamless candidate interview experience Manage Alpha’s applicant tracking system (ATS) from both a strategic and tactical perspective, with fluency in all day-to-day ATS functionality and the ability to leverage the ATS to drive efficiency and results Network aggressively and proactively to cultivate and sustain key relationships and open new recruitment channels Manage and collaborate closely with Alpha’s Talent Acquisition Associate to effectively “divide and conquer” ownership of all open positions and candidates and to develop the professional growth of the Talent Acquisition Associate Attend key national, regional, and local recruitment events such as career fairs, conferences, panel discussions, and networking events You stand out by being... A spirited problem solver: You have a “can-do” attitude in the face of adversity and enjoy problem solving creatively and relentlessly through thorny, unexpected challenges A capable project manager : You are a backwards planner who can break down large projects into an actionable plan with defined milestones and metrics, and you embrace the responsibility that all deliverables are timely and of high quality Data-driven and action-oriented: You rely on data to improve your practice and inform next steps, and you balance that desire to collect data with a bias for action that ensures we are always moving forward with a strong sense of urgency A dedicated relationship builder: You create strong connections with stakeholders at all levels (prospects, candidates, hiring managers, school leaders, your Talent Team teammates, Alpha’s Executive Team, and external partners) and you build a collaborative, communicative, and motivating relationship with the Talent Acquisition Associate Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required (graduate degree a plus) 6+ years of professional experience, with progressive levels of responsibility Join our team… To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter online. Alpha Public Schools is a network of four high-performing public charter schools founded by a group of East San José mothers dedicated to helping transform their community. We have a strong growth mindset – as individuals, as an organization, and on behalf of our students and families. We want to be better tomorrow than we are today. As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Salary is competitive and compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package. Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

REPORTS TO:  Principal   KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and network staff LOCATION:   Alpha Public Schools,  San Jose, CA ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world. ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking entrepreneurial teachers who will thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Alpha teachers have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hardworking, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve.  Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success.   RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction & Delivery Design and implement curricula aligned to Common Core standards Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement Relationship Management Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Develop positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school and Alpha teachers must hold a valid teaching credential. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are risk takers who innovate in the classroom to best suit the needs of students. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers engage in regular problem solving and curriculum construction in grade level teams.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Bachelor’s Degree Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Intern Credential will be considered Single Subject w/an added authorization Conversational Spanish or Vietnamese a plus What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization. Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical benefits Pathways to leadership and specialization Frequent instructional coaching and administrative support A safe, engaging, dynamic work environment Technology needs, including a laptop computer, email, and class web page A remarkably supportive staff and mission-driven organization Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) What is your philosophy and approach on student behavior management and why? (250 words or less). Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.  As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.   If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected]

REPORTS TO:  Principal   KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and network staff LOCATION:   San Jose, CA Alpha: Blanca Alvarado Middle School Alpha: Jose Hernandez Middle School Alpha: Cornerstone Academy   ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world.   ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking entrepreneurial teachers who will thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Alpha teachers have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve.  Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success.   RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction & Delivery Design and implement curricula aligned to Common Core standards Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement   Relationship Management Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Develop positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues   Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders   QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school and Alpha teachers must hold a valid teaching credential. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are risk takers who innovate in the classroom to best suit the needs of students. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers engage in regular problem solving and curriculum construction in grade level teams.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Bachelor’s Degree Intern Credential will be considered Single Subject Science or an added Science authorization to a single subject credential Conversational Spanish or Vietnamese a plus What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization.   Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical benefits Pathways to leadership and specialization Frequent instructional coaching and administrative support A safe, engaging, dynamic work environment Technology needs, including a laptop computer, email, and class web page A remarkably supportive staff and mission-driven organization   Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) What is your philosophy and approach on student behavior management and why? (250 words or less).   Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.  As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.   If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected]

REPORTS TO:  Principal   KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and network staff LOCATION:   San Jose, CA Alpha: Blanca Alvarado Middle School Alpha: Jose Hernandez Middle School Alpha: Cornerstone   ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world.   ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking entrepreneurial teachers who will thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Alpha teachers have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hardworking, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve.  Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success.   RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction & Delivery Design and implement curricula aligned to Common Core standards Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement   Relationship Management Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Develop positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues   Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders   QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school and Alpha teachers must hold a valid teaching credential. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are risk takers who innovate in the classroom to best suit the needs of students. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers engage in regular problem solving and curriculum construction in grade level teams.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Bachelor’s Degree Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Intern Credential will be considered Single Subject Math and/or Science w/an added authorization Conversational Spanish or Vietnamese a plus   What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization.   Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical benefits Pathways to leadership and specialization Frequent instructional coaching and administrative support A safe, engaging, dynamic work environment Technology needs, including a laptop computer, email, and class web page A remarkably supportive staff and mission-driven organization     Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) What is your philosophy and approach on student behavior management and why? (250 words or less).   Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.  As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.   If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected] .

REPORTS TO:  Principal   KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and network staff LOCATION:   San Jose, CA Alpha: Blanca Alvarado Middle School Alpha: Jose Hernandez Middle School Alpha: Cornerstone   ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world.   ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking entrepreneurial teachers who will thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Alpha teachers have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve.  Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success.   RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction & Delivery Design and implement curricula aligned to Common Core standards Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement   Relationship Management Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Develop positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues   Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders   QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school and Alpha teachers must hold a valid teaching credential. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are risk takers who innovate in the classroom to best suit the needs of students. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers engage in regular problem solving and curriculum construction in grade level teams.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Bachelor’s Degree Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Intern Credential will be considered Single Subject English and/or Social Studies w/an added authorization Conversational Spanish or Vietnamese a plus   What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization.   Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical benefits Pathways to leadership and specialization Frequent instructional coaching and administrative support A safe, engaging, dynamic work environment Technology needs, including a laptop computer, email, and class web page A remarkably supportive staff and mission-driven organization     Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) What is your philosophy and approach on student behavior management and why? (250 words or less).   Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered. As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.   If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected] .

REPORTS TO:  Principal LOCATION:   Alpha Public Schools ,  San Jose, CA KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and network staff   ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Born out of parent activism, Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose.  Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world. Alpha Cindy Avitia High School opened in the fall of 2015 and we are building out one grade level each year. ROLE SUMMARY Nearly half of Alpha’s Middle School students are English Language Learners (ELL). Often viewed as a deficit, we see a tremendous opportunity: the opportunity to create multilingual students. Alpha’s foreign language teachers will teach native Spanish-speakers to read Spanish literature and write powerfully in a language many have only spoken. They will teach non-native speakers the power of learning the second most commonly spoken language in California and the United States. This individual will have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve. Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success.   RESPONSIBILITIES Community Build strong relationships with students and their families Work closely with colleagues to problem solve and to create a successful learning environment Understand the assets and challenges our community faces Innovation Find and focus on opportunities to improve student learning Problem solve using a discipline approach to empathizing, brainstorming, and testing new solutions Taking responsible risks to test and refine new solutions Sharing solutions with the Alpha community and beyond Instruction & Delivery Design and implement curricula aligned to Common Core standards Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement Culture Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. STRATEGIC : Alpha teachers work hard and smart.  They use systems to make the most of finite resources, chiefly among them, time.   GROWTH MINDSET:  Alpha teachers are committed to their students’ growth and their own.  They are both proud and critical of their work, and never stop seeking opportunities to improve.   ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are innovators who take responsible risks to develop solutions to meet each students’ needs. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers solve challenges and work together to advance their craft as a team.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Bachelor’s Degree Valid Teaching Credential or eligibility for an Intern Credential, required – Single Subject Spanish Conversational Spanish, required. Conversational Vietnamese a plus. What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will work with a passionate, hard working and collaborative staff. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization. Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical and retirement benefits A strong instructional coaching system and administrative support A committed team and mission-driven organization The opportunity to innovate and disrupt the traditional school model A parent community committed to educational excellence The opportunity to build on the foundation of the Foreign Language Department Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) What is your philosophy and approach on student behavior management and why? (250 words or less). Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.  As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected]

REPORTS TO:  Principal LOCATION:   San Jose, CA Alpha: Cindy Avitia High School KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and network staff ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Born out of parent activism, Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose.  Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world. Alpha Cindy Avitia High School opened in the fall of 2015 and we are building out one grade level each year. ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking an entrepreneurial teacher to contribute to the Science department that teaches students to wonder, to inquire and explore our world with discipline, and to confront the ethical conflicts within those explorations.      This individual will have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve. Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success. RESPONSIBILITIES Community Build strong relationships with students and their families Work closely with colleagues to problem solve and to create a successful learning environment Understand the assets and challenges our community faces Innovation Find and focus on opportunities to improve student learning Problem solve using a discipline approach to empathizing, brainstorming, and testing new solutions Taking responsible risks to test and refine new solutions Sharing solutions with the Alpha community and beyond Instruction & Delivery Design and implement curricula aligned to Common Core standards Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement Culture Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. STRATEGIC : Alpha teachers work hard and smart.  They use systems to make the most of finite resources, chiefly among them, time.   GROWTH MINDSET:  Alpha teachers are committed to their students’ growth and their own.  They are both proud and critical of their work, and never stop seeking opportunities to improve.   ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are innovators who take responsible risks to develop solutions to meet each students’ needs. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers solve challenges and work together to advance their craft as a team.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree Valid Teaching Credential or eligibility for an Intern Credential, required – Single Subject Physics Conversational Spanish, required. Conversational Vietnamese a plus What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will work with a passionate, hard working and collaborative staff. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization. Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical and retirement benefits A strong instructional coaching system and administrative support A committed team and mission-driven organization The opportunity to innovate and disrupt the traditional school model A parent community committed to educational excellence The opportunity to build on the foundation of the Science Department Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume Cover Letter  Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.  As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.   If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected]

POSITION:   AVID Teacher, High School REPORTS TO:   Principal LOCATION:   Alpha Public Schools ,  San Jose, CA  KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and network staff ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Born out of parent activism, Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose.  Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21st century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world. Alpha Cindy Avitia High School opened in the fall of 2015 and we are building out one grade level each year. ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is committed to ensuring that every student is prepared and ready to get to and through college. The AVID Readiness Teacher will be responsible for equipping our students with the soft and hard skills to be successful in college. The AVID Readiness Teacher will serve as an integral part of the teaching staff and will take ownership of a full teaching schedule primarily focused on doubling down efforts in core subjects such as English & Writing/Composition. Additionally, the AVID Readiness Teacher will work in tandem with our Director of Social & Emotional Learning and our College Counselor to ensure we meet our college readiness goals.   Ideally we are looking for folks with previous teaching experience in core high school subjects. This individual will have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve. Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success. RESPONSIBILITIES Community Build strong relationships with students and their families Work closely with colleagues to problem solve and to create a successful learning environment & culture Understand the assets and challenges our community faces Innovation Find and focus on opportunities to improve student learning Problem solve using a discipline approach to empathizing, brainstorming, and testing new solutions Taking responsible risks to test and refine new solutions Sharing solutions with the Alpha community and beyond   Instruction & Delivery Design and develop a rigorous curriculum to ensure that students are building foundational reading and writing skills that will prepare them for college level content and college entrance exams Support in the execution of curriculum from our College Counseling program and our Personalized Leadership Training program (SEL curriculum) Facilitate engaging and rigorous lessons to students in a whole-class and small-group Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement Culture Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:   Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school. DRIVEN:   Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms. They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. STRATEGIC : Alpha teachers work hard and smart. They use systems to make the most of finite resources, chiefly among them, time.  GROWTH MINDSET:   Alpha teachers are committed to their students’ growth and their own. They are both proud and critical of their work, and never stop seeking opportunities to improve.  ENTREPRENEURIAL:   Alpha teachers are innovators who take responsible risks to develop solutions to meet each students’ needs. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:   Alpha teachers solve challenges and work together to advance their craft as a team. They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:   Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Bachelor’s Degree, required 2+ years of 6th-12th   grade teaching experience, strongly preferred Valid Teaching Credential, strongly preferred Conversational Spanish or Vietnamese a plus Apply to work at Alpha:  Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) Describe your experience working with youth and with people of diverse backgrounds, and culture. (250 words or less) Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.   As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at   [email protected]

POSITION:  School Psychologist, Alpha Public Schools REPORTS TO:  Director of Special Education KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools teachers, students, parents, school leaders, and Special Education team LOCATION:   San Jose, CA ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21st century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world. ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking an entrepreneurial school psychologist who will thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Alpha’s school psychologist will have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve. Finally, Alpha’s school psychologist will hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of staff to ensure that success. EXPERIENCED:  Alpha School Psychologists have 1-5 years of conducting psycho-educational evaluations/psychometric tests that serve as the basis for special education referrals. They posses a valid California Pupil Personnel Services credential (PPS credential with a counseling authorization is highly preferred). DRIVEN:  Alpha School Psychologists have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students with disabilities in and out of the classrooms. They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha School Psychologists are risk takers who innovate at multiple school sites to best suit the needs of students. They learn from data and collaboration, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha School Psychologists engage in regular problem solving and designing supports for students with the special education team. They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha School Psychologists adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment, and maintain a calm and inviting presence. Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred. School Psychologist Responsibilities Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Special Education, the School Psychologist will provide evaluative services to students who are referred to special education and to students who require triennial reevaluations Professionally write and present legally defensible psycho-educational reports at IEP meetings, and engage excellent judgment skills to make recommendations on special education eligibility Collaborate with families, special education teachers, and general education teachers to ensure psycho-educational reports present a holistic picture of student needs Serve as the gate-keeper of special education referrals, and make decisions on which intervention path is best for individual students Engage with families around the special education pre-referral and referral process, as well as effectively articulate decisions that are made based on evaluations Assist the IEP team with developing appropriate and rigorous supports for students with special needs Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with special education laws, as well as school policies and procedures Stay organized in a dynamic and ever-changing environment, with attention to timing and detail, especially in regards to legal timelines for assessments If authorized by credential, provide small group and individual counseling sessions for general education and special education students Serve as an integral part of a crisis response team and provide therapeutic intervention as needed Provide timely feedback to and facilitate collaboration and communication between students, parents, special education teachers, and general education teachers Qualifications Valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential with authorization in School Psychology (additional authorization in school counseling highly preferred) 1-5 years working as a school psychologist (or school psychologist intern/psychological assistant), preferably in urban schools Master’s Degree (MA/MS) in School Psychology or Educational Psychology   What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a staff member at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will work with a passionate, hard working and collaborative staff. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization. Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical and retirement benefits A strong instructional coaching system and administrative support A committed team and mission-driven organization The opportunity to innovate and disrupt the traditional school model A parent community committed to educational excellence The opportunity to lay the foundation for the Math Department and a school that will serve thousands of students Apply to work at Alpha: Please submit your application online at  https://boards.greenhouse.io/alphapublicschools/jobs/139737 If you have questions, please reach out to Russ Michaud, Director of Special Education at  [email protected]schools.org . Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered. As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.

POSITION:   School Counselor (Immediate Opening)  REPORTS TO:   Director of Special Education KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Special Education Team, School Leaders, Teachers, Students LOCATION:   San Jose, CA   ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21st century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world.   ROLE SUMMARY The School Counselor will provide support to the instructional process with specific responsibility for managing the placement of assigned students; providing information and recommendations to parents and students; and assisting in the development of goals and plans for achievement of all students within the Alpha Public Schools network of schools.   The ideal candidate displays characteristics of a strong sales person, knows how to effectively communicate with others, has the entrepreneurial spirit required for a startup, and deeply believes in the no excuses/high expectations world of charter success. A growth mindset and strong mission alignment will be the defining characteristics of successful applicants.   QUALIFICATIONS DRIVEN:   Alpha staff members have a sustained commitment to the school and workplace that demonstrates persistence and drive to complete a job. ENTREPRENEURIAL:   Alpha staff members demonstrate risk taking, innovation, self-confidence, and the ability to push oneself beyond one’s comfort zone. RELATIONSHIP BUILDER:   Alpha staff members demonstrate how they have leveraged relationships to improve outcomes for students and will develop strong relationships with Alpha students, families, and staff FLEXIBLE:   Alpha staff members adapt to meet the needs of the organization and a startup work environment Compassionate and empathetic; positive even when facing challenging circumstances Eager to develop systems and policies for an emerging department Experience in school-based counseling settings a plus Experience as being a part of an IEP team a plus Bachelors degree, required Masters in Counseling related field, LMFT preferred 4+ years of professional experience Fluent in Spanish or Vietnamese a plus RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with the Director of Special Education to build out Alpha’s mental health program Provide guidance to school staff around screening students for inclusion in mental health interventions Collaborate with the Director of Special Education and school leaders to develop systems and policies around qualifying students for mental health support Develop and execute group counseling sessions focusing on a number of different areas (e.g. social skills, emotional regulation, trauma, etc.) Manage and hold individual counseling sessions with a variety of students as necessary across all Alpha schools Complete required paperwork and reporting as necessary Collaborate with students’ IEP teams to write social/emotional present levels and to develop and track progress on counseling goals Conduct trainings for school staff around supporting the social/emotional needs of students Pull students for as needed ‘check ins,’ and provide guidance and recommendation to school staff regarding student needs moving forward (e.g. check in/check out systems, more consistent counseling, referrals to outside agencies, etc.) Support school staff in addressing mental-health related behavioral challenges Collaborate with school staff and community agencies to support families in accessing outside mental health services Conduct risk assessments for students in crisis, and manage crisis referrals to emergency agencies as necessary Serve as a thought partner for other staff regarding mental health and social/emotional development Develop and facilitate staff trainings as needed   Apply to work at Alpha: Please submit the following at  https://boards.greenhouse.io/alphapublicschools/jobs/192717 : Resume A cover letter   Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered. As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.

REPORTS TO:  Principal   KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and CMO staff LOCATION:   San Jose, CA Alpha: Blanca Alvarado Middle School Alpha: Jose Hernandez Middle School Alpha: Cornerstone Academy   ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world.   ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking entrepreneurial teachers who will thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Alpha teachers have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve.  Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success.   RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction & Delivery Design and implement curricula aligned to Common Core standards Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement   Relationship Management Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Develop positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues   Data Driven Use assessment data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards Collect and assess data from the student database and all blended learning applications to drive decision making around student performance Analyze data with families, students and school leaders   QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school and Alpha teachers must hold a valid teaching credential. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are risk takers who innovate in the classroom to best suit the needs of students. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers engage in regular problem solving and curriculum construction in grade level teams.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Bachelor’s Degree Valid Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Intern Credential will be considered Single Subject Math and/or Science w/an added authorization Conversational Spanish or Vietnamese a plus   What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization.   Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical benefits Pathways to leadership and specialization Frequent instructional coaching and administrative support A safe, engaging, dynamic work environment Technology needs, including a laptop computer, email, and class web page A remarkably supportive staff and mission-driven organization     Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) What is your philosophy and approach on student behavior management and why? (250 words or less).   Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.  As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.   If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected]

POSITION:  Education Specialist REPORTS TO:  Director of Special Education    KEY RELATIONSHIPS Alpha Public Schools students and families   Alpha school leaders, office manager, teachers, education specialists and ANT staff LOCATION:   Alpha Public Schools,   San Jose, CA ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Alpha Public Schools is a network of public charter schools serving the students of East San Jose. Alpha students, families and teachers collaborate to develop the 21 st  century academic skills and character strengths students need for success in school, college and career. Together we create self-reliant leaders committed to making positive change in the world. ROLE SUMMARY Alpha is seeking entrepreneurial teachers who will thrive in a dynamic startup environment. Alpha teachers have high expectations for all students and a willingness to work hard, doing whatever is necessary to ensure the success of every student. They possess a growth mindset, strong personal character, and a consistent track record of high performance that is results-oriented. They are hard working, punctual, urgent, energetic, and embrace a spirit of self-reflection with a constant desire to improve.  Finally, Alpha’s teachers hold a deep belief that all students can succeed in college, and that it is the responsibility of secondary school teachers to ensure that success. RESPONSIBILITIES Instruction & Delivery Under the direction and supervision of the principal and Director of Special Education, the Education Specialist will provide specialized academic instruction to identified students with disabilities who meet eligibility criteria established by federal and state law Provide push in, pull out, and/or consultative specialized academic instruction for students with disabilities Teach special education ELA and Math classes to groups of 10-15 students Serve as a resource classroom teacher, which includes creating lesson plans based on provided unit plans, planning assessments, grading and maintaining a gradebook, and supporting a small classroom of learners Provide legally defensible implementation of services, supports, accommodations, and modifications as provided by students’ IEPs Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with special education laws, as well as school policies and procedures Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure consistent implementation of IEPs across all school environments Prepare daily lesson plans utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and techniques based on individual need Utilize assessment results, both formal and informal, to develop legally defensible and data-driven IEPs Participate in all professional development meetings/retreats and opportunities to further enhance your expertise as a teacher and leadership skills as an Alpha employee Reflect regularly on teaching practice and act on constructive feedback Engage in collaborative curricula development, data analysis, and problem solving Maximize personalized learning by creatively leveraging blended learning resources and adjusting teaching practices to ensure high student achievement Relationship Management Manage behaviors within resource room, and support school community in managing larger-scale Tier 2 behavior interventions Provide timely feedback to and facilitate collaboration and communication between students, parents, and general education teachers Create a safe, fun and academically challenging classroom culture Reinforce the school-wide behavior management systems and expectations Build on the student core values and personalized leadership training in and outside of the classroom Hold all students to high expectations both academic and behavior Develop positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues   Data Driven Collect data on and monitor individual student performance, adjusting instruction and supports as necessary to ensure progress toward IEP goals Use data to refine curriculum, inform instructional practices, and drive progress towards academic standards QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCED:  Alpha teachers typically have 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban public school and Alpha teachers must hold a valid teaching credential. DRIVEN:  Alpha teachers have a relentless drive to advance the minds and lives of students in and out of the classrooms.  They have a strong sense of personal responsibility. ENTREPRENEURIAL:  Alpha teachers are risk takers who innovate in the classroom to best suit the needs of students. They learn from data, and act on constructive criticism to improve their craft. COLLABORATIVE:  Alpha teachers engage in regular problem solving and curriculum construction in grade level teams.  They demonstrate strong communication and relationship building with students, families, and colleagues. FLEXIBLE:  Alpha teachers adapt to meet the needs of students and a startup work environment. Highly organized and able to create and maintain school systems Bachelor’s Degree Conversational Spanish or Vietnamese a plus Valid California Teaching or Education Specialist Credential (Special Education - Mild to Moderate), intern credential or equivalent and Bachelor’s Degree, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements. NCLB compliant What Alpha Offers Its Teachers As a teacher at Alpha, you will change the educational and economic trajectory of students who otherwise would not attend college. You will significantly and directly impact the success and direction of a startup charter school, and have the opportunity to advance into a leadership role within a rapidly growing organization. Alpha Offers Competitive starting salaries Excellent medical benefits Pathways to leadership and specialization Frequent instructional coaching and administrative support A safe, engaging, dynamic work environment Technology needs, including a laptop computer, email, and class web page   A remarkably supportive staff and mission-driven organization Apply to work at Alpha:   Please submit your application online Resume A cover letter that includes the following: Why do you want to teach at Alpha Public Schools? (250 words or less) What is your philosophy on Special Education? (250 words or less) Incomplete applications or those with errors will not be considered.  As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. If you have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at  [email protected]

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. The Position Based in San Jose, CA and reporting to the Associate Director of Social Emotional Learning, the mental health provider will provide direct educationally related mental health services directly to students in special education, related mental health services to general education students,  as well as providing consultation and coaching to school leaders and teachers regarding issues of trauma, mental health, behavior, and community resources. The Mental Health Provider will serve one to two school sites which may include schools in San Jose, Redwood City, Concord, or Antioch.  The Mental Health Provider will partner closely with school psychologists, behavior intervention specialists, special education case managers, school leaders, general education teachers and program specialists to conduct mental health assessments, provide direct mental health services, and support with ongoing implementation and coaching of strategies to help students succeed in their classrooms. The Mental Health Provider may also be involved in crisis level support and creation of safety plans for students with more significant safety concerns, as well as delivering professional development to Rocketship staff.  This position requires previous training and experience working with students with emotional and behavioral needs. It requires a commitment to serving students and a desire to think critically and creatively about how to support challenging behaviors in the general education classroom setting. Essential Functions Create treatment plans and goals to address educationally related mental health service for the purposes of fostering better mental health and positive learning environments for students at all Tiers (Social Skills Groups, Gen-Ed Counseling, ERMHS related services). Monitor student progress toward IEP goal attainment (for ERMHS services) using special education database system (SEIS). Provide culturally appropriate and sensitive school-based mental health services in the forms of individual, group, and family treatment, therapeutic case management, crisis intervention, and consultation services as required by the student’s IEP or general education plan. Provide crisis intervention for both general education students and special education students as needed. Collaborate with and be a part of any coordinated meetings (IEP meetings for students on caseload, SST meetings, MTSS meetings) as the mental health professional. Provide consultation with parents, teachers, and other appropriate staff regarding the student’s program and any adaptations/materials needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom or at home. Maintain relationships and effectively communicate with school leaders, teachers, and parents in all facets of the position. Adhere to IDEA timelines and California Education Code compliance law. Provide professional development trainings to school staff as-needed regarding best practices in trauma-informed education, social-emotional supports, crisis intervention, and community resources. Lead on MTSS practices at the campus. Maintain a close working relationship with other members of the Network Support ISE Team (NeST—Rocketship’s centralized office that operates in support of its schools and regions) to ensure exchange of best practices, coordination of efforts, and general support for the Integrated Special Education department. Serve as a coach in regards to mental health and trauma informed practices (SEL, crisis and de-escalation, trauma informed practices at Tier 1 level). Provide in-the-moment-coaching to staff around these practices. Lead parent trainings to teach skills in regards to supporting a student’s mental health and social emotional learning. Serve as the mental health professional on the PBIS Team. Play an active role in ensuring the team uses data to create and address plans to further the campus around positive behavior incentive systems. Ensure the Integrated Psychological Services Team is viewed as positive supports to the organization’s mission that are fully aligned with Rocketship’s Core Characteristics (Innovation, Pursuit of Excellence, Authenticity, Community, and Tenacity), and not as bureaucratic obstacles to serving the needs of the students. Qualifications Required: Possession of counseling licensure (or intern) as dictated by the California Board of Behavioral and Social Sciences or relevant state licensing board Master’s Degree in Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy   At least one year of experience (2+ years preferred) providing mental health services in school-based settings Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) (highly preferred) Familiarity with special education, IEP team participation and educationally related mental health services and the delivery of such services (highly preferred) Commitment to Rocketship’s special education inclusion model and overall mission to close the achievement gap within our lifetime Familiarity with socio-emotional learning competencies, trauma informed education practices, multi-tiered systems of supports (MTSS), and restorative practices a plus Strong organizational skills as demonstrated by the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines Possession of a valid California driver’s license: willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites (mileage reimbursed)

Our Mission: We believe that all children have a fundamental right to an excellent education. Alpha Public Schools will ensure that all of our scholars develop the academic skills and leadership habits required to succeed in college and live with integrity. Dean of Students , School Site Team Do you believe that all students can achieve academic success? Are you passionate about working with students and helping to change their educational trajectories? Are you a strong collaborator who is excited by the opportunity to support a team in executing their goals? If so, a position as a Dean of Students at Alpha may be the role you’re looking for. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to uphold high expectations, fostering and facilitating the intellectual and social development of our scholars. Alpha’s approach to instruction is with patience and creativity, using activities and instructional methods that will motivate scholars. Alpha is fiercely entrepreneurial and our students, families, and teachers are focused on creating in our scholars self-reliant leaders who will achieve success in their school, college, and career. What you’ll do… Embody the mission, vision and core beliefs of the school Teach and enforce school-wide systems, structures, and rules Execute all day-to-day Dean of Students responsibilities: Supports teacher and school staff in maintaining a safe and orderly environment in the classroom and non-classroom areas of the school, parking lot and grounds through the development and execution of systems, structures, and procedures Understand and enforce all school rules with students and staff and provide coaching when necessary. Administer or provide recommendation on appropriate consequences for students. Manage office referral duty and facilitate mediation meetings with students, as needed Support and facilitate restorative justice practices (circles and conflict mediation) when appropriate Monitors school culture throughout the day, including “hot spots” and troubleshoots system as needed Supports classroom teachers and administrators by providing intervention services to students who are being disruptive   Ensure the physical safety of the school campus and all students and staff through developing and implementing systems, structures and supervision/oversight Develop and coordinate emergency plans and in emergency situations, manage the situations by responding to the scene, providing first aid, delegating tasks and assignments to faculty, and alerting additional police or emergency personnel as appropriate Write and submit incident reports and communicate reports with other school leaders as appropriate Develop, organize, manage, and account for school-wide reflective system and Tier 2 student support plans and interventions. You stand out by being... Relationship Oriented: You build strong relationships with scholars and adults alike, and you successfully strike a balance of nurturing and firm in your communication with scholars Focused on Growth: You exhibit a strong commitment not only to our students, but also to your own continuous professional development. You possess the ability to implement feedback quickly Collaborative: You are especially team-oriented with stellar interpersonal and communication skills and are able to implement school-wide systems effectively and consistently Organized: You are self-motivated and reliable, with the ability to plan and execute on tasks; Relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to “manage by influence” Committed: You are committed to working with students in traditionally underserved communities and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.     Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or GED, required CPR and First Aid Certification, highly preferred Fluent in Spanish, highly prefered 5+ years of work experience 1+ years’ experience youth development work on a school campus   Join our team… To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter online by clicking here:  https://grnh.se/81a441971. Alpha Public Schools is a network of four high-performing public charter schools founded by a group of East San José mothers dedicated to helping transform their community. We have a strong growth mindset – as individuals, as an organization, and on behalf of our students and families. We want to be better tomorrow than we are today. As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Salary is competitive and compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package. Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

Our Mission: We believe that all children have a fundamental right to an excellent education. Alpha Public Schools will ensure that all of our scholars develop the academic skills and leadership habits required to succeed in college and live with integrity.   Campus Supervisor , Alpha Instructional Team Do you believe that all students can achieve academic success? Are you passionate about working with students and helping to change their educational trajectories? Are you a strong collaborator who is excited by the opportunity to support a team in executing their goals? If so, a position as an Campus Supervisor at Alpha may be the role you’re looking for. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to uphold high expectations, foster and facilitate the intellectual and social development of our scholars. The Alpha Campus Supervisor will approach instruction with patience and creativity, using activities and instructional methods that will motivate scholars. Alpha is fiercely entrepreneurial and our students, families, and teachers are focused on creating in our scholars self-reliant leaders who will achieve success in their school, college, and career. What you’ll do… Embody the mission, vision and core beliefs of the school Teach and enforce school-wide systems, structures, and rules Execute all day-to-day Campus Supervisor responsibilities: Maintain a safe and orderly environment in the non classroom areas of the school, parking lot and grounds Enforce all school expectations with students and staff Manage office referral duty and facilitate mediation meetings with students, as needed Support Restorative justice practices (circles and conflict mediation) Monitors restrooms throughout the day Ensure a smooth traffic flow of students through the hallways, assisting students with on-time arrival to class and to assigned locations Assist with supervision in the breakfast and lunch periods Escort students who are being disruptive  from classes when needed Monitor the physical safety of campus buildings by locking and unlocking doors and gates Keep unwanted visitors out of the building and off the grounds Assist visitors with directions and secure proper identification Enforce traffic and parking on campus during arrival and dismissal, as needed Help coordinate emergency plans and in emergency situations, respond to the scene, Provide first aid, and alert additional police or emergency personnel as appropriate Assist the professional staff, police, and emergency personnel in handling emergencies or disruptive situations. Write and submit incident reports to school leaders as appropriate Serve as crowd control at special school events Support the school leadership team with organizing and managing weekly celebrations Organize, manage, and account for student reflection system Account for tardy and attendance contract students You stand out by being... Relationship Oriented: You build strong relationships with scholars and adults alike, and you successfully strike a balance of nurturing and firm in your communication with scholars Focused on Growth: You exhibit a strong commitment not only to our students, but also to your own continuous professional development. You possess the ability to implement feedback quickly Collaborative: You are especially team-oriented with stellar interpersonal and communication skills and are able to implement school-wide systems effectively and consistently Organized: You are self-motivated and reliable, with the ability to plan and execute on tasks; Relationship builder with the flexibility and finesse to “manage by influence” Committed: You are committed to working with students in traditionally underserved communities and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.  Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or GED, required CPR and First Aid Certification, highly preferred Fluent in Spanish, highly preferred 5+ years of work experience Join our team… To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter online by clicking here:  https://grnh.se/e441d88f1. Alpha Public Schools is a network of four high-performing public charter schools founded by a group of East San José mothers dedicated to helping transform their community. We have a strong growth mindset – as individuals, as an organization, and on behalf of our students and families. We want to be better tomorrow than we are today. As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Salary is competitive and compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package.        

Our Mission: We believe that all children have a fundamental right to an excellent education. Alpha Public Schools will ensure that all of our scholars develop the academic skills and leadership habits required to succeed in college and live with integrity.   Recruitment Associate , Talent Team Do you have the ability to build strong relationships and work in a fast paced environment? Are you excited about finding great talent to serve Alpha’s students, ensuring candidates have a exemplary experience with us, and supporting the entire hiring process for all open positions? If so, Alpha’s Recruitment Associate role may be just what you’re looking for. As the Recruitment Associate, you will join the talent team in supporting and executing Alpha’s recruitment plan, using data to help improve the hiring and selection process along the way. You will be a key player in ensuring the best talent joins us on our mission! What you’ll do… Employ a proactive recruitment approach for all open positions  through the use of the internet, social media, and other resources Identify, cultivate, and influence top candidates to apply to Alpha Public Schools Promote Alpha’s staff culture, mindsets, and values with all candidates Use Alpha’s applicant tracking system (ATS) with fidelity to ensure all information is updated and current, providing user support as needed Review resumes and applications to determine which candidates move forward in the interview process Conduct initial phone screens to understand candidate’s fit with Alpha Public Schools and assess the candidate’s match with open positions Partner with Recruitment Manager in tracking candidates through the cultivation process and ensure timely communication with candidates and hiring managers via Alpha’s ATS Partner with School Operations Managers to coordinate logistics of interviews Manage the replenishment of recruitment swag and oversee the inventory and organization system for swag Support annual recruitment data review and collaborate with Recruitment Manager to assess effectiveness of past year’s recruitment approach and refine approach to the year ahead Attend local recruitment events such as career fairs and networking events You stand out by being... Driven: You have a sustained commitment to our schools and workplace that demonstrates persistence and drive to complete a job Relationships-oriented: You leverage relationships to improve recruitment outcomes and will develop strong rapport with candidates, hiring managers, the Alpha Network Team, and external partners A learner: You learn the ropes quickly, solve problems when you encounter them, and adapt to meet the evolving needs of the organization Entrepreneurial: You demonstrate innovation, persistence, and the ability to push oneself beyond one’s comfort zone Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Fluent in Google applications and proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Willingness and ability to travel occasionally Knowledge of effective use of search engines, job sites, social networks, and other search tools Join our team… To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter online by clicking here:  https://grnh.se/c54642331. Alpha Public Schools is a network of four high-performing public charter schools founded by a group of East San José mothers dedicated to helping transform their community. We have a strong growth mindset – as individuals, as an organization, and on behalf of our students and families. We want to be better tomorrow than we are today. As 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 strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Salary is competitive and compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package. Questions? Contact us at [email protected]