Magnolia Public Schools (MPS) is a tuition-free public charter school network serving students across Southern California, with a strong focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) instruction. MPS is committed to developing well-rounded, college-ready students through rigorous academics, character education, and a supportive learning environment. We are seeking a Science Chemistry Teacher to join our team immediately! The Science Chemistry Teacher delivers engaging, standards-aligned instruction for secondary grade levels (6-12), sparking curiosity, critical thinking, and college readiness in a supportive classroom environment. The ideal candidate is a credentialed educator with strong classroom leadership skills who is passionate about inspiring diverse learners to achieve academic and
personal growth.
Our starting salary is just the beginning—teachers have access to additional paid roles and annual opportunities that meaningfully increase total compensation
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus
- Premium FREE Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Competitive Salaries
- Organizational sponsored benefits programs
- Generous paid time off banks, including two floating holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Robust Professional Development Programs
- Small Class Sizes
- Induction Support (B.T.S.A)
At MPS, we bring together smart, talented people from a diversity of backgrounds, where they can bring their “whole self” to work as well as their passion for teaching and learning. We provide a culture of accountability, challenge, and opportunity that encourages our teachers, faculty, and staff to develop and reach their full potential.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and implement lesson plans that conform to California Department of Education guidelines and charter policies, ensuring modifications for diverse student learning styles.
- Partner with special education teachers on IEPs and work with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
- Control student behavior in agreement with the student handbook and prepare a classroom environment that aids in physical, social, and emotional development.
- Establish rapport with parents, students, and principals through conferences and maintain professional relationships with community members.
- Enrich job skills through professional development, maintain all required reports and records, and participate in faculty meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science: Chemistry
- English Learner Authorization (CLAD or equivalent)
Job Details
Full-Time
Pay: $61,000 - $85,000 / year
- BA or BS (as appropriate) degree in subject matter
- California Commission on Teacher Credentialing credential, certificate, permit, or other documentation equivalent to what a teacher in other public schools would be required to hold
- Highly qualified in core courses as defined in the section titled "NCLB and Credentialing Requirements"
- Understanding of subjects assigned
- Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- The capability of instructing students and managing their behavior
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills