Computer Science Intern Jobs in Pleasanton, CA (NOW HIRING)

Description
This position is at Aspire East Palo Alto Charter School in East Palo Alto, CA for the 26/27 school year.
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.
*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 swiftly verify your status and provide any necessary assistance throughout your credentialing journey.
Keep an eye out for email communication from an Aspire representative, and thank you for considering Aspire!
1. Non-Credentialed- transcripts, passing test scores, and intern eligibility letters.
2. Credentialing Program- transcripts, passing test scores, and a letter of appeasement.
3. Intern Credential- transcripts, passing test scores, and intern program documentation.
4. Preliminary Credential- upload a copy of your credential and/or include your credential number.
5. Clear Credential- upload a copy of your credential and/or include your credential number.
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
The Teacher, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) will be responsible for providing 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 in Next Generation Science Standards including, but not limited to the following topics of robotics, computer science, engineering design, etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these 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
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• 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 • Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, 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
• Familiarity with computer coding and robotics curriculum
• Computer and Internet search skills
Minimum education level:
• Bachelor's degree
Licensing Requirements:
• Single subject: Mathematics (full, not foundational) OR Business OR Industrial and Technology Education OR Any credential with an additional authorization in Computer Science, including English learner authorization, required
Experience required:
1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred
Physical requirements:
• Stand, walk or bend over, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, grasp, push, and pull. Move, lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds to shoulder height
• Repetitive use of hands (i.e. fine manipulation, simple grasping, and power grasping) • Demonstrate normal depth perception
• Sitting, walking or standing for extended periods of time
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• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, operate standard office equipment, and use a telephone
• See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids
• Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone with or without auditory aides
1) Work authorization requirements:
• Clear the Department of Justice background screening
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Provide health (TB) clearance (must be renewed every four years)
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 scale based on years of experience for this position type is reflected here: $72,383 - $138,996
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.
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