Music Teacher- 2026-2027 School Year! Job at Aspire Public Schools, East Palo Alto, CA

bFBiaUtQTUxtbjlkSWhnOVBCcTdEVldBYnc9PQ==
  • Aspire Public Schools
  • East Palo Alto, CA

Job Description

Description

Aspire Public Schools – Bay Area is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year! We are seeking passionate educators to join our team of dedicated teachers.

Join Our Talent Pool!
Aspire Public Schools is building a pool of exceptional candidates for future opportunities. This posting is not for an immediate opening, but ensures you’ll be considered as positions become available.

*If you’re considering applying, we highly encourage you to upload any relevant documents you possess. This proactive step will significantly expedite the credentialing process. Our credentialing department will be able to swiftly verify your status and provide any necessary assistance throughout your credentialing journey.

 

Documents to upload;

1. Non-Credentialed- transcripts, passing test scores, intern eligibility letters.

2. Credentialing Program- transcripts, passing test scores, appeasement letter.

3. Intern Credential- transcripts, passing test scores, intern program documentation.

4. Preliminary Credential- copy of your credential and/or include your credential number.

5. Clear Credential- copy of your credential and/or include your credential number.

Keep a look out for email communication from an Aspire representative and thank you for considering Aspire!

ABOUT ASPIRE

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through—Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide a high quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual; uphold the mission and values of Aspire Public Schools and contribute to our goal that every student in California has access to a high quality public education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college.

  • Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines.

  • Assess students regularly and analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.

  • Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices.

  • Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress.

  • Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students’ education.

  • Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged.

  • Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches.

  • Maintain accurate student records including attendance.

  • Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs.

  • Support the mission, vision, and core values of Aspire Public Schools.

  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Additional:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior 

  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

  • Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles

  • Knowledge of subject matter, including California State Standards and subject-specific frameworks

  • Knowledge of assessments

  • Ability and willingness to implement Aspire Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices

  • Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data

  • Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices

  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community

Minimum educational level & Certifications/Licensure:

  •  Bachelor's Degree

  •  K-8 Single Subject: Music Credential preferred; 9-12 Single Subject: Music required

  • English Language Learner Authorization required 9-12

  • NCLB Highly Qualified required K-12

Experience required:

  • 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred

Physical requirements:

  • Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

  • Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

  • Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

  • Communicating with others to exchange information.

  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Work authorization requirements: 

  • Clear the Department of Justice background screening

  • Authorized to work in the United States

  • Provide health (TB) clearance (renewed every four years) 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those in a normal office, classroom/school setting which one might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Compensation

Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being!  In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program.

Our salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is reflected here:

Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
#LinkedInEducators

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Immediate start

Similar Jobs

Pour Destino

Store Manager Job at Pour Destino

 ...Reporting Weekly Operations Report: Submit a mandatory report every Sunday night or Monday morning detailing departmental sales (Liquor, Coffee, Retail, N/A, Food), operational wins, areas for improvement, and stock needs. POS & Ordering: Maintain accurate daily... 

Actalent

Prototype Technician Job at Actalent

 ...Job Title: Prototype Technician Job Description Join our team as a Prototype Technician...  ...with returned units and complete in-house repairs and full refurbishment of older equipment...  ...flexibility for occasional work-from-home days, which may be granted in special circumstances... 

Harmony United Psychiatric Care

Psychotherapist Intern Outpatient Clinic- CSW / MHC / MFT/ Independent Contractor/Port St John Job at Harmony United Psychiatric Care

 ...Care Job Title: Psychotherapist Intern Outpatient Clinic CSW / MHC / MFT/ Independent Contractor Job location: Port Saint John, FL About Us HarmonyUnited Psychiatric Care is part of Harmony United Healthcare LLC.We are a network of outpatient mental health... 

Crescent Hotels

Executive Sous Chef Job at Crescent Hotels

 ...join our kitchen leadership team! If you are looking to grow as a chef, enjoy coaching and developing a team, and love to get creative...  ...short-term disability, matching 401k, FREE PARKING, free meals, hotel discounts, and more! What you will be doing: Accountable... 

CoolSys

Refrigeration Start-up Technician - Commercial & Industrial Job at CoolSys

 ...offer more than just a job-we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees. No wonder Newsweek named...  ...your career while working with top-tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry! Responsibilities: Performs evacuations of...