Role 

We are looking for a Staff Site Reliability Engineer to join our Cloud Infrastructure & Operations team in our San Jose, CA HQ Office. This is a hybrid role reporting to the Chief Architect, REIS. You are an SRE with proven experience in Linux/UNIX System Administration and hands-on expertise in building infrastructure and managing platforms like Kubernetes using automation tools and high security standards. In this role, you will troubleshoot complex Linux networking and security issues, apply a strong understanding of firewall technologies, and manage access across various systems, platforms, and applications.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Create and maintain highly scalable solutions based on KVM Linux, Kubernetes, and Public Cloud Providers
• Analyze and troubleshoot systems performance and complex issues across operating systems and applications
• Maintain platform security and observability through nftables and comprehensive monitoring
• Manage and deploy systems and software in diverse environments, including Kubernetes and Openstack
• Write and maintain custom tools using Python, Golang, and BASH

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity and are comfortable building the path as you walk it, seeing a dynamic environment as the raw material to build something meaningful.
• You are a problem-solver who seeks out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions that deliver the biggest impact.
• You operate with urgency and maintain a relentless focus on execution, understanding that speed and quality are not mutually exclusive in a high-growth environment.
• You are driven by innovation and a deep curiosity for how things work, always looking for a better, more secure, and scalable way to accelerate transformation.
• You lead with integrity and hold yourself to a high standard of accountability, building trust by matching your words with consistent, transparent action.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Strong understanding of web security, protocols, and SSH
• Technical security aptitude including PGP, SSH, PKI, and Multi-factor authentication
• Mastery of network fundamentals including DHCP, ARP, subnetting, routing, NAT, firewalls, and IPv4/IPv6
• Experience in container orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, alongside automation tools like Ansible
• 5+ years of experience in a Linux/UNIX System Administration or SysAdmin role

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Strong Openstack and CEPH experience paired with advanced Kubernetes expertise
• Extensive professional history in dedicated Linux System Administration roles
• Direct experience with Secrets Management Systems such as Hashicorp Vault or similar technologies

#LI-Hybrid 

#LI-CM3

PER DIEM SCHOOL-BASED THERAPIST

Transforming student mental health in schools. 

About Effective School Solutions 

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 students across 12 states. 

We deliver the level of clinical care typically found in private practice, out-of-district placements, or higher levels of care directly within public schools- providing a full continuum of clinical programming, professional development, and district consultation. 

Position Type: Per Diem 

This is a per diem position and is not eligible for benefits. Per diem clinicians support ESS on an as-needed basis, including coverage for leave assignments (e.g., medical or maternity leave). 

Clinicians in this role have flexibility in their level of commitment. They may choose to pick up occasional shifts, work a few days per week on an ongoing basis, or take on a temporary full-time schedule when covering a longer-term leave assignment. Per diem clinicians can accept or decline assignments based on their availability. 

This role does not follow a consistent full-time schedule; however, full-time hours may be required on a temporary basis when covering extended leave assignments. 

Why This Role Matters 

You’ll provide critical mental health support to students who may not otherwise have access to care—helping them succeed academically, build resilience, and thrive. 

At ESS, clinicians are trusted partners in shaping supportive school environments. 

Responsibilities 

Direct Clinical Care & Family Support 

• Provide comprehensive, school-based mental health services, including individual, group, and family therapy, as well as intake, diagnostic, and clinical assessments 
• Partner with families and facilitate parent support programming 
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis intervention, ensuring student safety and coordinating referrals to appropriate levels of care when needed 
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that support students’ emotional, behavioral, and academic success  

Training & Collaboration 

• Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of the assigned school-based program 
• Serve as the primary clinical point of contact for school partners, providing expert guidance, ensuring alignment on student support strategies, and fostering strong, collaborative relationships. 
• Facilitate weekly consultation sessions to ensure alignment on student goals and documentation standards
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care, and provide consultation, coaching, and training on mental health and trauma-informed practices
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development  

Documentation, Compliance & Professional Expectations 

• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards 
• Uphold professional standards by maintaining active licensure, ethical practice, reliability, and a strong professional presence 
• Monitor program performance and ensure alignment with ESS clinical and operational standards

Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field  
• Active associate number or clinical license (e.g., AMFT, APCC, ACSW or LMFT, LPCC, LCSW) in the state of California 
• 2+ years of experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs  
• Experience providing training and coaching to educational professionals and parents/caregivers on student mental health issues.  
• Experience working with schools, families, and community-based services 
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with students, families, and school staff 
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and advocating for best practices 
• Proven ability to positively influence, motivate, and elevate team members and stakeholders 
• Ability to make confident, sound decisions in ambiguous or evolving situations 
• Proficient in clinical documentation and use of electronic systems (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office), with the ability to maintain accurate and timely records  

Why Clinicians Choose ESS 

✔ School-day schedule — No weekends or on-call requirements; occasional evening hours as needed to support family engagement 
✔ Light summers — 10 hours/week for 5 weeks with full-time pay 
✔ Small caseloads 
✔ Ongoing supervision, clinical support, and free CEUs 
✔ Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits 
✔ Clinical leadership at the heart of our company  

Make a meaningful impact on student mental health.  Join Effective School Solutions  

Equal Opportunity Employer 
ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class. 

#HP

Title: Senior, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting

Location:  San Jose CA, Austin TX, Dallas, TX, or Morristown, NJ 

Reporting to: Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting Manager

About Hippo:

Hippo exists to protect the joy of homeownership. We believe that insurance should protect the things you treasure through an intuitive, modern experience. We provide tailored insurance coverage and preventative maintenance plans that keep you protected throughout your homeowner journey. We’ll also help you find coverage for everything life brings—from auto to flood—reimagining how you care for your home.

About You: 

You have a strong foundation in public accounting, ideally with Big Four experience, and are eager to grow your expertise in SEC reporting and technical accounting. This is an ideal role for someone who wants to deepen their knowledge of complex accounting guidance, US GAAP compliance, and the SEC reporting processes that support public company operations. You're naturally curious about how technology and AI can simplify workflows, reduce manual effort, and make processes more efficient. You're accustomed to rolling up your sleeves to get things done, and you're excited by the opportunity to work closely with external auditors and advisors.

What You’ll do: 

SEC and Financial Reporting  

• Prepare and coordinate the filing of 10-Qs, 10-Ks, 8-Ks, earnings releases, and other SEC-required reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and SEC regulations
• Prepare and distribute internal financial reporting packages for senior leadership and other key stakeholders
• Draft and assemble financial statements, footnotes, management's discussion and analysis, and supporting schedules and disclosures within SEC filings
• Serve as a reliable point of contact and collaborative partner to teams across Finance, Accounting, Legal, Equity Administration, Business Operations, and Insurance on reporting-related matters
• Manage day-to-day operations within Workiva reporting software, maintaining templates, workflows, and reporting processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
• Collaborate closely with external auditors to facilitate quarterly reviews and annual audits, supporting the timely resolution of technical accounting questions
• Utilize AI tools and emerging technologies to streamline reporting workflows, reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and contribute to a culture of continuous process improvement

Technical Accounting & Accounting Policy  

• Maintain and update Hippo’s accounting policies, ensuring documentation is current and aligned with US GAAP standards and SEC requirements
• Research and analyze complex transactions, applying relevant ASC guidance, and drafting well-supported accounting memos
• Monitor new accounting standards and pronouncements and assist in evaluating their impact on the company's operations and financial reporting
• Conduct technical accounting research and help translate conclusions into practical application within day-to-day accounting operations
• Assist in compiling documentation and coordinating testing activities in support of the company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program
• Leverage AI-powered tools to enhance efficiency in technical research, memo drafting, policy tracking, and accounting analysis, reducing manual effort and improving quality of work product

Must Haves: 

• Degree requirement in Accounting 
• CPA preferred, not required

Benefits and Perks

Hippo treats its team members with the same level of dedication and care as we do our customers, which is why we’re fortunate to provide all of our Hippos with:

• Healthy Hippos Benefits - Multiple medical plan options, 100% covered dental and vision for you and your family, and a wellness program that rewards healthy habits. We also offer a 401(k)-retirement plan, short & long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Equity - This position is eligible for equity compensation 
• Training and Career Growth - Training and internal career growth opportunities
• Flexible Time Off - You know when and how you should recharge
• Little Hippos Program - We offer 12 weeks of parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Hippo Habitat - Snacks and drinks available for onsite employees 

The Morristown, NJ and San Francisco Bay Area base pay range for this role is $91,000 – $136,500. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, location, business needs and market demands.

Hippo is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Hippo’s applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to an applicant’s disability or need for accommodation. Any Hippo applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Hippo’s People Team to make the need for an accommodation known. 

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Multiple Subject
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Position Summary

The Drug & Alcohol Compliance Coordinator ensures Archer Aviation's compliance with FAA (14 CFR Part 120), DOT (49 CFR Part 40), and California Drug-Free Workplace Act requirements while managing NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse) and non-NIDA testing functions. This role integrates safety data analytics to identify trends, assess program effectiveness, and drive proactive risk mitigation across the organization's drug-free workplace program.

Key Responsibilities

Drug & Alcohol Program Administration (60%)

• Administer end-to-end DOT/FAA-mandated testing programs including pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing per 49 CFR Part 40 and 14 CFR Part 120.
• Manage NIDA-compliant urine drug testing panels (5-panel: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, PCP, amphetamines) and non-NIDA functions including alcohol testing (breath/saliva), prescription medication verification, and state-specific CA requirements.
• Coordinate with certified Medical Review Officers (MROs), Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs), and third-party administrators (TPAs) for test result adjudication and return-to-duty processes.
• Maintain DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse registrations, queries, and reporting obligations.
• Conduct pre-employment drug screenings and verify negative results before safety-sensitive employees assume duties per 14 CFR § 120.109(a).
• Manage reasonable suspicion testing documentation and supervisor training records.

Safety Data Analytics (25%)

• Analyze drug and alcohol testing data to identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks across departments, job classifications, and testing types.
• Develop dashboards and KPI reports (testing completion rates, positivity rates, turnaround times, compliance gaps) for executive leadership and regulatory audits.
• Perform statistical analysis on testing outcomes to support program optimization and resource allocation decisions.
• Integrate drug/alcohol data with broader safety metrics (incident rates, near-misses, workers' compensation claims) to identify correlations and preventive opportunities.
• Maintain testing databases, ensure data integrity, and generate annual Management Information System (MIS) reports for DOT submission.

Compliance & Training (15%)

• Ensure compliance with California Drug-Free Workplace Act (Gov. Code § 23300 et seq.) and CAL/OSHA recordkeeping requirements.
• Develop and deliver training to supervisors on reasonable suspicion recognition, documentation, and testing protocols.
• Maintain program policies, procedures, and manuals; update annually or as regulations change.
• Serve as subject-matter expert for internal audits, FAA/DOT inspections, and external compliance reviews.
• Manage vendor contracts with collection sites, laboratories, MROs, and SAP providers.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Safety Management, Public Health, or related field.
• Required: 3+ years administering DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing programs in aviation, transportation, or safety-critical industries.
• Required: Demonstrated experience with NIDA 5-panel testing and non-NIDA functions (alcohol, prescription verification, state-specific panels).
• Preferred: Master's degree in Safety, Security & Emergency Management, Occupational Health, or related field.
• Preferred: DOT Drug & Alcohol Collector Certification and/or SAP (Substance Abuse Professional) certification.
• Preferred: 2+ years experience in safety data analytics, statistical analysis, or business intelligence.

Technical Competencies

• Expert knowledge of 49 CFR Part 40, 14 CFR Part 120, and California Drug-Free Workplace Act requirements.
• Proficiency with drug testing management software (e.g., FirstAdvantage, HireRight, ComplyPlus) and DOT Clearinghouse systems.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, statistical functions); experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
• Strong analytical capabilities with ability to interpret testing data, identify trends, and present actionable insights.
• Familiarity with OSHA 300/301 recordkeeping and integration with workers' compensation data.

Core Competencies

• Highest level of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion when handling sensitive medical and personnel data.
• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to manage complex regulatory transactions accurately.
• Strong communication skills for training delivery, policy interpretation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Proactive problem-solver with commitment to continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with occasional travel to collection sites, hangars, and operational facilities.
• Must be available for after-hours support for post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing.
• Exposure to sensitive medical information and confidential employee records.
• Periodic high-pressure situations requiring rapid decision-making (e.g., post-incident testing coordination).

Key Performance Indicators

• 100% compliance with FAA/DOT random testing rate requirements (minimum 25% drug, 10% alcohol annually).
• Zero regulatory citations or findings during FAA/DOT audits.
• Testing turnaround time < 5 business days for 95% of samples.
• Quarterly safety data analytics reports delivered to leadership with actionable recommendations.
• 100% supervisor training completion rate for reasonable suspicion certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $75,000 – $95,000 annually (commensurate with experience and certifications).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and PTO.
• Professional development support for DOT certifications and safety analytics training.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Single Subject: English
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Role

We are looking for a Senior Staff Software Development Engineer (Build Engineering) to join our team. This is a hybrid role based in San Jose, CA (3 days a week onsite), reporting to the Director, Software Development Engineering in the ZIA Core Engineering department. 

We are seeking a proactive Senior Staff Software Development Engineer (Build Engineering) to accelerate ZIA's transformation into a modernized, automated CI/CD environment. By taking ownership of critical self-service and automation initiatives, you will help scale a lean infrastructure team to meet high demands and directly elevate the daily productivity and developer experience for several hundred engineers.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Serve as the Tech Lead to drive all Build pipeline optimizations
• Implement innovative automations to improve developer productivity
• Build a solid framework for CI/CD promotional pipelines

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. You adapt to what’s needed, navigating seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
• You are a problem-solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.
• You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and never stop developing yourself, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.
• You are customer-obsessed. You build deep empathy for the customer—both internal and external—and anchor your decisions in solving their real-world problems. You champion their needs from start to finish, knowing their success is our success.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• 8+ years of experience designing and deploying large-scale infrastructure in public clouds (e.g., AWS, GCP) with expert-level proficiency in IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Expert understanding of the end-to-end SDLC, Linux systems, kernel-level concepts, and complex software compilation and packaging processes
• Proven ability to programmatically build and scale CI/CD pipelines, utilizing strong programming expertise in Go and/or Python, along with tooling like Jenkins, GitLab, or Temporal
• Deep foundational knowledge required to onboard rapidly, understand complex ecosystems, and drive immediate, autonomous contributions

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Familiarity with, or a strong desire to learn, the Bazel build system, as well as comfortability using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Windsurf, Claude) to accelerate delivery
• Strong hands-on experience on the FreeBSD platform
• Good experience in Hypervisor Platforms like Proxmox, ESXi
• Extensive hands-on experience with microservices architecture

#LI-Hybrid #LI-KM9

Role 

We are looking for a seasoned Senior Tax Manager to join our Tax department. This role is based in our San Jose, CA headquarters (in office Tuesday-Thursday) or remotely across the US, reporting to the Senior Director, Tax. You will be responsible for leading Zscaler's North America income tax compliance process along with supporting the quarterly and annual global tax provision process. You will be heavily involved in shaping the tax department’s tax compliance policies and processes, while supporting the business needs of a fast-growing company. This is an individual contributor role with oversight responsibilities for local and remote team members.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Prepare and review the US and Canada income tax compliance including the U.S. federal, state and local income tax returns and estimated taxes
• Prepare and review the monthly and quarterly U.S. indirect tax compliance including sales tax, use tax, gross receipts tax and property tax
• Manage the R&D tax credit and SRED credit studies with the support of external service providers
• Assist with the Company’s ASC 740 income tax provision for interim and annual income tax provisions, as reported in the Company’s SEC Form 10-K/10-Q filings
• Build cross functional relationships with the broader finance organization

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. You adapt to what’s needed, navigating seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
• You are a problem-solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.
• You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.
• You champion simplicity. You are skilled at distilling complex problems, user needs, and technical concepts into clear, simple, and actionable plans. You are a precise communicator who brings clarity and focus to every interaction.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• 10+ years of related experience with a combination of Big 4 public accounting and SaaS or tech industry experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance; CPA license, Master’s degree or LLM preferred
• Extensive technical knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax; strong familiarity with ASC 740 preferred
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills to conduct thorough tax research and solve complex problems
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to communicate complex subject matter to leadership, peers and other levels in the company

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in a fast moving, high growth environment with ability to react quickly to unexpected challenges and opportunities
• Extremely organized and able to manage work requirements to meet reporting deadlines

#LI-Remote #LI-AT4

Role 

We are looking for a Sr. Staff Production Engineer to join our team. This role is available as a hybrid opportunity 3 days a week in San Jose, CA or as a remote position, reporting to Production Engineering in the Cloud Infrastructure & Operations department. Join Zscaler to be a force multiplier for the reliability of a global platform protecting over 15 million users. 

In this role, you will provide the technical vision and hands-on execution to drive an "automation-first" culture across the company. By maturing our observability and architectural standards, you will directly reduce our Mean Time to Mitigate (MTTM) and shape the scalability of our globally distributed, multi-cloud infrastructure.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Design and implement highly available, scalable infrastructure across AWS, Azure, GCP, and bare-metal environments
• Drive an "automation-first" culture by writing code (Python/Go) to eliminate manual toil and build self-healing systems
• Implement and maintain sophisticated observability (Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry), define SLIs/SLOs, and establish error budgets
• Act as a lead Incident Commander (TDO on-call), develop response playbooks, and conduct deep-dive post-incident analyses
• Partner with Engineering and partner teams to conduct operability reviews

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You act like an owner with a bias for action and integrity.
• You are a pragmatic builder obsessed with creating, iterating, and shipping.
• You champion simplicity by distilling complex problems into clear, actionable plans.
• You are data-driven, valuing evidence over assumptions.
• You think at scale, building solutions and processes built to last a high-growth global organization.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• 8+ years of experience managing reliability, scalability, and availability for large-scale production services
• Deep expertise in programming (e.g., Python, Go, or C/C++)
• Strong background in networking protocols, Linux/FreeBSD systems, and distributed architecture
• Experience in high-stakes incident management and participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation
• Proficiency in leveraging ITIL frameworks and incident data to drive service maturity through systematic problem management and technical operability reviews

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Extensive experience with public cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Ansible, Terraform)
• Experience with chaos engineering and disaster recovery planning at scale
• Expertise in global routing (BGP) and traffic tunneling (GRE, IPSec) with a deep understanding of L7 proxy architectures (HAProxy), DNS at scale, and OS networking stack internals

#LI-Hybrid

#LI-CM3

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Single Subject: Spanish
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Make your impact within a rapidly growing Fintech Company

We are looking for a Go To Market Enablement Post-Sales Methodology & Coaching Manager to join our team. The Post-Sales Field Coach will be responsible for designing and delivering programming, content, and training that enables our Customer Success floor to effectively sell, drive adoption, and retain clients. 

Responsibilities:

• Coaches Revenue team members on our core Revenue Methodologies and best practices for effective customer retention techniques; utilizes conversational analytics tools to uncover trends in customer conversations and partners with Revenue Managers to refine our conversations with customers
• Facilitates engaging training sessions in a live, hybrid, or remote environment
• Designs and delivers impactful learning programs focused on core customer success skills that scale to a large audience.
• Collaborates with cross-functional partners such as Marketing, Strategy, and Revenue Operations to ensure all training materials reflect the latest post-sales initiatives; provides proactive recommendations on new customer marketing materials or competitive intel materials required for the Revenue team.
• Partners with peers, such as the Sr. Sales Enablement Manager - Product Pillars and the Sr. Sales Enablement Manager - Tools & Systems Pillar, to develop and maintain content within Seismic and company newsletter.
• Evaluates the impact of their enablement programs using the Kirkpatrick Model and proactively identifies areas for improvement.
• Creates eLearning material in Articulate 360 and Docebo LMS
• Solicits ongoing feedback from cross-functional partners and revenue teams in order to drive improvements to Enablement programs and internal processes
• Support various Enablement department projects such as Revenue Kickoff, and other Revenue-wide initiatives.

Skills:

• Relationship builder; collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams
• Agile and flexible; able to pivot quickly and adapt to changing environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills: public speaking, classroom facilitation, storytelling, process documentation, translating technical concepts to non-technical audiences, skillfully using web conference technology and internal messaging tools
• Ability to prioritize competing requests from multiple stakeholders to maximize business impact
• 1:1 and small group customer success coaching
• Certified in one or more sales methodologies
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Financial Technology software, major players in the market, and how financial technology improves business operations 
• Demonstrated ability to design creative and effective customer success collateral, including: presentations, one-pagers, infographics, LMS courses, asynchronous video, etc. 
• Revenue tool administration: Gainsight, Gong, Articulate, Seismic, Docebo, Outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator
• Preferred: prior closing experience in a Sales or Customer Success role 

Technology used: Articulate/Rise 360, Asana, Canva, Confluence/Wiki, Docebo, Gong, Google Suite, Outreach, Salesforce, Seismic, Slack, Zoom 

Experience:

The ideal candidate has a combination of the experience below:

• 2+ years of experience in Enablement, Learning & Development, or Sales/Post-Sales Coaching within the Financial Technology industry or related industry
• 2+ years in B2B Sales (Customer Success or similar closing role)

Make your impact within a rapidly growing Fintech Company

We are looking for a Go To Market Enablement Sales Methodology & Coaching Manager to join our team. The Sales Field Coach will be responsible for designing and delivering programming, content, and training that enables our Sales floor to effectively sell, drive adoption, and retain clients. 

Responsibilities:

• Coaches Revenue team members on our Sales Methodology and best practices for effective sales techniques; utilizes conversational analytics tools to uncover trends in customer conversations and partners with Revenue Managers to refine our conversations with customers
• Facilitates engaging training sessions in a live, hybrid, or remote environment
• Designs and delivers impactful learning programs focused on core sales skills that scale to a large audience.
• Collaborates with cross-functional partners such as Marketing, Strategy, and Revenue Operations to ensure all training materials reflect the latest sales initiatives; provides proactive recommendations on new customer marketing materials or competitive intel materials required for the Revenue team.
• Partners with peers, such as the Sr. Sales Enablement Manager - Product Pillars and the Sr. Sales Enablement Manager - Tools & Systems Pillar, to develop and maintain content within Seismic and company newsletter.
• Evaluates the impact of their enablement programs using the Kirkpatrick Model and proactively identifies areas for improvement.
• Creates eLearning material in Articulate 360 and Docebo LMS
• Solicits ongoing feedback from cross-functional partners and revenue teams in order to drive improvements to Enablement programs and internal processes
• Support various Enablement department projects such as Revenue Kickoff, and other Revenue-wide initiatives.

We’d love to chat if you are:

• Relationship builder; collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams
• Agile and flexible; able to pivot quickly and adapt to changing environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills: public speaking, classroom facilitation, storytelling, process documentation, translating technical concepts to non-technical audiences, skillfully using web conference technology and internal messaging tools
• Ability to prioritize competing requests from multiple stakeholders to maximize business impact
• 1:1 and small group sales coaching
• Certified in one or more sales methodologies
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Financial Technology software, major players in the market, and how financial technology improves business operations 
• Demonstrated ability to design creative and effective Sales collateral, including: presentations, one-pagers, infographics, LMS courses, asynchronous video, etc. 
• Sales tool administration: Gong, Articulate, Seismic, Docebo, Outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Gainsight
• Preferred: prior closing experience in a Sales role 

Technologies used: Articulate / Rise 360, Asana, Canva, Confluence/Wiki, Docebo, Gong, Google Suite, Outreach, Salesforce, Seismic, Slack, Zoom 

Experience:

The ideal candidate has a combination of the experience below:

• 2+ years of experience in Enablement, Learning & Development, or Sales Coaching within the Financial Technology industry or related industry
• 2+ years in B2B Sales (Account Executive or similar closing role)

National Teachers Associates (NTA Life), a subsidiary of Horace Mann, is hiring! Our company offers a protected territory and a favorable work/life balance. Horace Mann, founded in 1945, specializes in providing nationwide benefits to public sector employees. Through our partnerships with reputable associations, unions, and administrations, we offer exceptional opportunities for individuals seeking a lucrative sales profession with no cold-calling, prospecting, or lead buying challenges.

Horace Mann is looking for individuals who want to work with purpose. Being part of our organization means you can empower educators and others who serve the community to receive better benefits and financial stability. 

Responsibilities

• Become a licensed life and health insurance agent
• Work alongside top agents in a supportive, results-driven environment
• Participate in hands-on training and mentorship programs to grow your skills and advance your career
• Set meetings with schools, fire stations, municipalities, and more to present products
• Submit sales reports and applications in a timely manner
• Perform other follow-up and administrative tasks as needed

Requirements

• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Highly interpersonal
• Outgoing
• Service-oriented

What we offer

• We deliver your leads – you drive the results
• You work during normal business hours, so no nights, weekends, or holidays
• All the training and support you need
• Experience the freedom to work independently, with no office requirements and no cap on your income
• Our team manages the admin — you focus on driving results and growing your career

Please use the following scheduling link to select a convenient time to discuss:

Schedule a call here

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#Ll-JM1

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students.

A successful Assistant Principal: 

The successful Assistant Principal will work closely with other members of the school leadership team to uphold high expectations, foster social development, and facilitate the intellectual growth of our educators and scholars. School leadership team members at Alpha approach coaching and instruction with patience, creativity, and a growth mindset, while using activities and instructional methods that will motivate our staff and scholars. The successful Assistant Principal is reflective in their practice and is willing to engage in conversations around educational equity and inclusivity. At Alpha, you will uphold rigorous expectations for all staff and students, while leading from a place of empathy and understanding. The position works with key leaders in schools and organizational teams to push school-related strategic initiatives, develop and monitor related projects, and assist with implementation in the school site.

The Assistant Principal is expected to:

Embody the mission, vision, and core beliefs of the school and the Alpha Public Schools network

• Promote Alpha’s staff culture, mindsets, and values by managing self and others in a manner that creates a healthy, high-achieving environment where staff feel challenged, supported, and valued 
• Create opportunities for meaningful parent involvement and champion parent engagement.

Execute all day-to-day leadership responsibilities:

• Support the principal in achieving ambitious school-wide vision, goals, and targets aligned to the Alpha network vision, goals, targets, and strategic priorities, leading students to master rigorous academic content that prepares them for college
• Use data-driven cycles with leaders and teachers to analyze academic and culture data, problem solve, and generate next steps and accountability systems

Support teacher development

• Ensure high-rigor, high-engagement instruction in all classrooms through instructional coaching, professional development, and performance management
• Execute on school-wide behavior management systems, expectations, and incentives across the school site and refine as necessary 
• Plan and lead teacher professional development sessions
• Formally supervise, observe, and evaluate school staff
• Support the needs of diverse learners, by ensuring differentiated instruction in classrooms, appropriate tiered interventions, and attending IEP and 504

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Scale starts at $100,000 and increases based on years of equivalent experience.
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree 
• CA Teaching Clear Credential (or out of state equivalent)
• 4 years of teaching experience in a K-12 setting
• Experience analyzing student data and responding to data with targeted interventions
• Experience (formally or informally) coaching instructional staff (support staff and/or teachers)
• Experience managing external partnerships

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Role

Identity is the new security perimeter. Come help manage digital risk by applying security through identity integration and controls.

We are looking for a Senior Architect to join our Identity and Access Management team. This is a hybrid role on-site three days a week in San Jose, reporting to the Senior Director, ZIdentity team. You will be responsible for design and development of enterprise-grade Identity Management Products for Zscaler. You will leverage your deep expertise in IAM and public cloud environments to drive hands-on development and provide technical leadership.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Practice technical leadership in design, development, and optimization of Identity platform
• Define and execute the technical roadmap for IAM, ensuring alignment with business goals
• Work closely with engineering teams to enhance support for Common Identity platform
• Drive professional development and growth initiatives for team members

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.
• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
• You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.
• You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Minimum 12+ years of hands-on experience in application architecture and development using Java.  Experience developing enterprise-grade Security or Networking products.
• Must have strong knowledge of Identity and Access Management protocols, specifically SAML, OAuth & OpenID connect.
• Strong knowledge of Security Protocols such as PKI, TLS, etc.
• Expert-level technical knowledge: Enterprise Java, OOP, OOA, systems architecture, RESTful APIs, and related frameworks ( e.g.  Hibernate, Spring).  CI/CD (tools and processes).
• Expert in Kubernetes and container infrastructure.

What Will Make You Standout (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with Java reactive programming would be a plus

#LI-Hybrid #LI-JM1

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful HR Associate: 

The Human Resources Associate is a critical member of the Alpha Public Schools HR team, serving as a trusted partner to staff across the organization. In this role, you will drive the day-to-day operations of the HR department while building meaningful relationships at every level of the organization. We are looking for someone who is thoughtful, highly organized, and able to manage competing priorities with accuracy and care. The ideal candidate is deeply collaborative, approaches their work with a service-oriented mindset, and is personally committed to the mission of Alpha Public Schools and the communities we serve.

The HR Associate will:

• Acts as the first point of contact for employees regarding HR inquiries, policies, benefits, ensuring timely and accurate information is provided to foster a positive, compliant, and well-informed work environment. 
• Support day-to-day HR operations, including management of HR tickets.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure compliance with HR policies and regulations across the organization.
• Assist in the administration and management of HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems), ensuring accurate data entry, tracking, and reporting.
• Answering employee questions related to HRIS access, updates, systems (such as FSA)
• Partner with the HR Director on all steps to prepare for authorizer audits, supporting audit preparation, file tracking, employee follow ups, and meetings with authorizers.
• Partner with the HR Director to develop and execute HR communications, including reminders, celebrations, and notices.
• Lead the tracking and coordination of employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including background checks, I9s, Live Scan clearance, and new hire orientation follow-up especially for mid-year hires.
• Ensure job descriptions and onboarding materials are prepared in partnership with leaders and the HR Director before a new hire’s first day.
• Oversee the onboarding process, including orientation sessions, welcome communications, and ensuring training completion for new employees.
• Provide Verification of Employment (VOEs) based on personnel files as requested.
• Manage end-to-end processes for all leaves of absences, owning tracking, ensuring timely communication and compliance.
• Lead presentations, tracking, and communications related to maternity and paternity leaves.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the health benefits broker and ensure employee inquiries regarding benefits are addressed promptly.
• Provide support for additional employee benefits, such as FSAs, TicketsAtWork, and Empathia, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure appropriate recordkeeping, tracking, and compliance for workers compensation claims - maintaining accurate workers’ compensation documentation/trackers.

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• The salary range for this role is $72,847-$77,283 based on similar experience.
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement benefits with matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away

You Possess:

• 2+ years of relevant experience in Human Resources, or 2+ years of experience working within Alpha Public Schools in a role involving people operations, employee relations, or related functions
• Experience in TK-12 education or closely related field (preferred)
• Knowledge of and experience with working with HRIS, leaves of absences, payroll, and benefits
• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
• Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org 

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Speech Language Pathologist: 

The successful Speech Language Pathologist believes that ALL students are capable of success. As a member of a Special Education team that approaches instruction with patience, creativity, and a growth mindset, you will assist the staff to integrate linguistic skills into their service delivery and help students to be skillful communicators.  We seek Speech Language Pathologists who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

The Speech Language Pathologist is expected to:

• Support with the implementation of direct speech and language services to identified students with disabilities who meet the eligibility criteria established by federal and state law
• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations and analyze standardized and qualitative data to determine student eligibility for services in accordance with state and federal criteria
• Manage the selection, implementation, and collaborative support of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems to ensure students have functional communication access across all environments.
• Create lesson plans and materials to support students with speech and language needs in classrooms and in direct speech and language therapy.
• Consult with general education teachers to ensure consistent implementation of IEPs and speech and language goals across all school environments
• Provide professional development sessions to school site teams that will support staff with learning more about speech and language services
• Provide legally defensible implementation of services, supports, accommodations, and modifications as provided by students’ IEPs
• Collect data on and monitor individual student performance, adjusting instruction and supports as necessary to ensure progress toward IEP goals
• Monitor timelines, interact with parents and other staff, and complete all paperwork, forms and reports. 

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience. For this role, our starting salary is $87,776 and goes up based on years of experience.
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 1 week during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away

You Possess…

• A Masters Degree
• A valid California Speech Language Pathology Services Credential or Clinical Rehabilitation Credential or a California Speech Language Pathology License. 
• Clinical Fellows are welcomed to apply!
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 underrepresented backgrounds.

Salary is competitive and compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Questions? Contact us at jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid/Onsite)

Job Type: Full-Time 

Location: 1245 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose

Intended Start Date: ASAP

About Think Academy

Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children’s ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better!

About This Role

We are seeking a high-caliber Middle & High School Program Designer to lead our "Credit for Advancement" initiative across California. Your core objective is to ensure Think Academy’s Middle and High School math courses are recognized for official academic credit by California school districts.

You will navigate the complexities of the UC A-G approval process, lead WASC/Cognia accreditation efforts, and design the instructional infrastructure (curriculum and teacher training) required to meet California’s rigorous secondary education standards.

1. California Standards Alignment & Curriculum Design

• Audit and adapt Think Academy’s secondary math curriculum to ensure 100% alignment with the California Common Core State Standards (CA CCSS) and the California Mathematics Framework.
• Lead the submission and maintenance of courses for UC A-G approval, ensuring our curriculum meets the requirements for California college entrance.
• Develop comprehensive course catalogs, instructional materials, and assessment rubrics that satisfy the "Evidence of Rigor" required by California public and private school systems.

2. State-Wide Accreditation & Compliance

• Direct the institutional accreditation process for the California region (specifically WASC and Cognia), managing self-studies, site visits, and annual reporting.
• Act as the subject matter expert on California Education Code regarding Credit by Examination and Alternative Credit Options.
• Standardize transcript generation and student record-keeping to ensure seamless credit transferability to California school district SIS (Student Information Systems).

3. Accredited Teacher Training & Certification

• Design a "California Professional Standards" training program for our instructional staff, focusing on differentiated instruction and state-aligned pedagogical techniques.
• Establish and monitor teacher evaluation frameworks required by accreditation bodies to maintain high instructional quality.
• Oversee the professional development (PD) hours and certification tracking for our secondary school faculty.

4. Institutional Relations & California Parent Advocacy

• Build strategic partnerships with California School Districts (LEAs) to establish formal Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) for credit recognition.
• Empower parents across California by creating "Credit Advancement Guidebooks" and hosting webinars on how to navigate the credit transfer process with school counselors.
• Provide direct advocacy support for students seeking to place into advanced math tracks using Think Academy credits.

• Educational Background: Master’s degree in School Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep expertise in California secondary education requirements, including UC A-G, WASC accreditation, and CA CCSS.
• Bilingual Proficiency: Professional working proficiency in English is required.
• Strategic Communication: Proven ability to negotiate with school district administrators, registrars, and department chairs.

• Prior experience as a California School Principal, Assistant Principal, or Registrar.
• Direct experience leading a school through a successful WASC accreditation cycle.
• Existing network within major California school districts (e.g., LAUSD, SFUSD, San Jose Unified).

• Pioneering Work: You will define the standard for how supplemental Ed-Tech programs integrate with the California public school system.
• Scalability: While starting in California, your work will serve as the blueprint for our national accreditation strategy.
• Professional Prestige: Lead a high-visibility project that combines policy, curriculum design, and institutional leadership.

• Total Compensation Package: $95,000 - $120,000
• Includes Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Optional Teaching Compensation
• 401k and Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• H1B Sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
• Relocation Allowance available for candidates moving to the Bay Area.

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California Education Specialist Instruction Credential in the Specialty Area of Extensive Needs (preferred) or Mild to Moderate Support Needs
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Multiple Subject or Single Subject Math and/or Science with an added authorization
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Who we are: 

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Dean of Students: 

The successful Dean of Students serves a vital role in fulfilling Alpha’s mission by designing and maintaining systems for positive culture and community on campus. 

We are seeking passionate individuals who embody Alpha’s mission, vision and core beliefs - leaders who believe that all students can learn, that our scholars belong in college, and that student growth is a reflection of the teacher’s practice. We are looking for leaders who are reflective in their practice and are willing to engage in conversations around educational equity and inclusivity. At Alpha, you will uphold rigorous expectations for all staff and students, while leading from a place of empathy and understanding. Alpha is fiercely entrepreneurial and we are focused on supporting our educators and scholars as they grow into self-reliant leaders who will achieve success in their school, college, and career. We're committed to finding leaders who value and amplify the diverse experiences of our staff and scholars and their families, and who care deeply about addressing the inequities that exist in education.

Dean of Students are expected to: 

Embody the mission, vision, and core beliefs of the school and the Alpha Public Schools network. 

Collaborate with other school leaders, staff, scholars, and parents to create and uphold school-wide systems and structures.

• Support teachers and school staff in maintaining healthy and thriving environment in all campus areas and support in classrooms. Provide coaching when necessary.
• Manage office referrals and facilitate restorative circles and mediation meetings with students, as needed.
• Manage emergency situations by responding to the scene, providing first aid, delegating tasks and assignments to faculty, and alerting emergency personnel as appropriate. 
• Write and submit incident reports and communicate reports with other school leaders as appropriate. 
• Build strong relationships with parents and teachers to support student relationships, accountability and performance.

Lead project work to develop and maintain a healthy and thriving school culture.

• Co-lead the PBIS team and program implementation.
• Coordinate with other school leaders to monitor the fidelity of implementation of MTSS at the school level to include both academic and behavioral support systems.
• Coordinate and facilitate PBIS staff professional development with school leadership.
• Oversee the implementation of Sown to Grown SEL curriculum to support students in building connections and strategies that support their development
• Oversee the implementation and refinement of student leadership development systems including activities such as lessons on leadership and responsibility, student council, peer restorative justice, peer tutoring, cross-grade buddies, etc.
• Manage and oversee other culture project plans to support student culture in a collaborative way. 

Analyze and present data using our data systems (e.g,SEL,  Dean’s List, survey data)

• Track and assess behavior and intervention data 
• Share analyses and opportunities to the school staff to best support scholars. 

What we offer: 

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• The starting salary for this role is $80,865 and goes up based on years of similar experience.
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families 
• Retirement matching options 
• Paid time off for holidays and Winter break between the end of December and New Year's (2 weeks) 
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances 
• APS Tuition Assistance Program provides up to $4,000 of financial assistance towards attaining bachelor degrees and teacher credentials 
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 

You Possess… 

• High school diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of work experience in education and/or in direct support of school-aged children ages 5-18
• 2+ years experience working directly with youth and underserved communities
• Experience with restorative justice
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills 
• Knowledge of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) models and implementation in school settings (highly preferred)
• Coaching experience (teachers and/or youth) (highly preferred)
• Fluent in Spanish (highly preferred) 

Join our team… 

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org 

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- dependent on elective course
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

About ToroAire

ToroAire is a leading HVAC manufacturer’s representative and solutions provider specializing in commercial ventilation, air distribution, and HVAC systems. As part of the Ambient Enterprises family of brands, ToroAire partners with top manufacturers to deliver engineered, energy-efficient solutions for commercial and industrial environments. Our teams are known for their technical expertise, strong customer relationships, and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that support comfort, safety, and performance.

About the Role

This position supports ToroAire’s HVAC business by providing internal project and sales support for air distribution and HVAC equipment. The role works closely with the outside sales, engineering, and operations teams to prepare quotes, process orders, and track projects from early design to fulfillment to after sales support.

This role is primarily internal and detail-focused, requiring strong computer skills and the ability to learn and apply technical product knowledge and application to manage multiple project files, documentation, and order details simultaneously. The Product Sales Representative plays a key role in supporting the sales team by ensuring accurate equipment selections, timely quotes, and organized project coordination.

Candidates with experience supporting construction projects, working with plans/specs, or coordinating technical project documentation are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Duties

· Support assigned Outside Sales Engineers with quoting, order entry, and project coordination

· Prepare equipment quotes based on project specifications and customer input

· Enter and manage orders for equipment sold by the Outside Sales team

· Track project status and maintain detailed records throughout the order process

· Manage virtual project files and documentation for assigned sales projects

· Use manufacturer selection programs to configure and select equipment for quoting and design support

· Prepare equipment submittals and project documentation

· Provide technical product support and respond to internal and customer inquiries

· Maintain strong communication with internal teams to ensure projects move forward accurately and on time

· Provide backup support to other Inside Sales Engineers when needed

Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered

· Experience in construction, engineering support, project coordination, or similar technical/office-based roles strongly preferred

· Experience working with project documentation, equipment specifications, or construction-related products is a plus

Critical Skill Set

· Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

· Comfortable working at a computer for extended periods managing quotes, documentation, and project data

· Ability to quickly learn, understand, and effectively apply technical product knowledge across all aspects of the role.

· Strong customer service mindset with the ability to support internal and external partners

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Strong computer skills and ability to learn manufacturer selection software and internal systems

· Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

· Team-oriented and collaborative mindset

· NetSuite experience is a plus but not required

Compensation: $31.25-$40.86/hr DOE

We offer excellent health benefits, a 401(k) Plan, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and flexible scheduling.

Toroaire is a part of Ambient. Ambient is a collective of HVAC design and implementation experts,
each entity esteemed in their respective regions, with decades 
of experience. Our experts merge craft with care, delivering safety, 
comfort, and highly efficient, sustainable solutions for spaces that 
matter most: healthcare, commercial, and residential. We have over 1k employees across the US and Canada. Toroaire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. In compliance with California Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CCPA), there may be a need to collect your personal information, (Name, Address, Phone Number. E-mail, etc.). When applying for a position with our firm, you are providing consent to use such information within the normal scope of recruiting and business operations. The company does not and will not sell your Personal Information for any consideration. For a complete list of the information we collect, please see our Company Public Privacy Policy located on our website at www.toroaire.com

Vice President of Finance (Semiconductor)

Summary:

• The VP of Finance will be the primary architect of Ethernovia’s financial operations. While the CFO focuses on high-level strategy and external capital markets, you will be the "internal engine"—responsible for translating company vision into rigorous financial models, managing the day-to-day fiscal health of a fabless semiconductor business, and professionalizing our reporting for Board-level scrutiny. This is a Hybrid-based position based in San Jose, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Architecture: Design and oversee the company’s internal financial controls, ensuring GAAP compliance and establishing a roadmap for SOX readiness.
• Operational FP&A: Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes. Provide deep-dive analysis on R&D spend, tape-out costs, and head-count planning.
• Fabless Supply Chain Finance: Work closely with Operations to manage inventory valuation, COGS analysis, and gross margin modeling for our Ethernet packet processors.
• Series C & IPO Readiness: Partner with the executive team to prepare the "data room" for future funding rounds and lead the technical accounting efforts required for a potential public offering.
• Treasury & Tax: Manage global cash flow and tax strategies, including R&D tax credits and international transfer pricing as we expand into global markets.
• Business Partnership: Serve as a financial advisor to Department Heads (Engineering, Sales, Operations), helping them manage their P&L and ROI on hardware development.

Required Experience & Skills:

Professional Background

• Semiconductor Industry Veteran: 15+ years of finance leadership, specifically within a fabless semiconductor environment. You must understand the nuances of hardware lifecycles and foundry costs.
• Stage-Specific Growth: Proven experience in a high-growth startup environment, specifically scaling a finance function from Series B through commercialization.
• Technical Accounting: Deep mastery of US GAAP, revenue recognition for hardware/software licensing, and capitalization of R&D costs.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.

Technical Leadership & Skills:

• Advanced Modeling: Expert-level financial modeling skills ($$$ and units) to forecast complex silicon production cycles and multi-year design-in periods.
• Systems Implementation: Experience migrating from early-stage accounting tools to robust ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite or SAP) and implementing BI tools.
• Team Builder: A track record of hiring, mentoring, and retaining high-performing accounting and finance teams in a competitive Silicon Valley market.

Nice to Have (The "Competitive Advantage"):

• IPO Execution: Experience as a Controller or Director of Finance at a company that successfully navigated an Initial Public Offering (IPO).
• Automotive Tech Experience: Familiarity with the financial implications of automotive "Design Wins" and the long-term revenue recognition cycles of Tier-1/OEM contracts.
• Audit Management: Experience leading a Big 4 audit process from start to finish.

Personal Skills:

• Excellent communication/documentation skills.
• Attention to details.
• Collaboration across multidisciplinary and international teams.

What You Can Expect From Ethernovia:

• Technology depth and breadth expansion that can’t be found in a large company
• Opportunity to grow your career as the company grows
• Pre IPO stock options
• Cutting edge technology
• World class team
• Competitive base salary
• Flexible hours
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees

Salary Range:

• The actual offered base salary for U.S. locations will vary depending on factors such as work location, individual qualifications, specializations, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, and internal equity. The annual salary range for this position is $220,000 - $280,000. The compensation package will also include incentive compensation in the form of pre-IPO ISO options, as well as eligibility for performance bonuses, in addition to base salary and a full range of medical and other benefits.

* Principals Only (No Agencies)

#LI-Hybrid

Chief Financial Officer (Semiconductor)

Summary:

• As CFO, you will be a key member of the executive leadership team, serving as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board of Directors. You will be responsible for the company’s overall financial health, scaling our global financial infrastructure, and architecting the path toward a future public offering (IPO) or significant liquidity event. This is a Hybrid-based position based in San Jose, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Act as a "co-pilot" to the CEO, providing data-driven insights to influence product roadmap, geographic expansion, and go-to-market strategies.
• Capital Strategy & Fundraising: Lead future equity and debt financing rounds. Manage relationships with venture capital firms, private equity, and investment banks.
• Scaling Operations: Build and mentor a world-class finance and accounting team capable of supporting a rapidly growing fabless semiconductor business with complex supply chains and international subsidiaries.
• FP&A & Performance Management: Drive rigorous financial planning and analysis (FP&A), managing burn rates, R&D allocation, and gross margin optimization for semiconductor hardware and software stacks.
• Investor Relations: Craft and communicate the Ethernovia "story" to the investment community, translating technical milestones into financial value drivers.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Establish robust internal controls (SOX readiness), manage global tax strategies, and oversee legal/regulatory compliance for a San Jose-based technology firm.

Required Experience & Skills:

Professional Background

• Semiconductor Industry Veteran: 15+ years of progressive finance leadership, with significant experience in the fabless semiconductor or high-growth hardware technology sector.
• Startup Scaling: Proven track record of taking a company through Series B/C/D stages and scaling revenue from pre-product/early-revenue to significant commercial scale.
• Global Operations: Experience managing complex inventory, supply chain finance, and international entity structures (particularly in Asia and Europe).
• Advanced Education: MBA from a top-tier institution and/or CPA/CFA certification.

Technical Leadership & Skills:

• Capital Markets Savvy: Deep understanding of equity/debt instruments and experience navigating the due diligence process for sophisticated institutional investors.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the nuances of Ethernet networking, AI workloads, and automotive tier-1/OEM sales cycles.
• Systems Thinker: Experience implementing and optimizing ERP and CRM systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP) to support high-growth environments.

Nice to Have (The "Competitive Advantage"):

• Public Market Experience: Direct experience leading a technology company through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) or serving as a high-level finance executive (VP Finance/Controller) in a public company.
• SEC Reporting: Strong familiarity with SEC reporting requirements, GAAP compliance for public entities, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) implementation.
• Automotive Industry Exposure: Experience dealing with the long-term design-in cycles and rigorous quality standards (ISO 26262) of the automotive sector.

Personal Skills:

• Excellent communication/documentation skills.
• Attention to details.
• Collaboration across multidisciplinary and international teams.

What You Can Expect From Ethernovia:

• Technology depth and breadth expansion that can’t be found in a large company
• Opportunity to grow your career as the company grows
• Pre IPO stock options
• Cutting edge technology
• World class team
• Competitive base salary
• Flexible hours
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees

Salary Range:

• The actual offered base salary for U.S. locations will vary depending on factors such as work location, individual qualifications, specializations, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, and internal equity. The annual salary range for this position is $250,000 - $320,000. The compensation package will also include incentive compensation in the form of pre-IPO ISO options, as well as eligibility for performance bonuses, in addition to base salary and a full range of medical and other benefits.

* Principals Only (No Agencies)

#LI-Hybrid

About Vectra 

Vectra is the world leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, applying cutting-edge AI to detect and stop sophisticated cyberattacks across hybrid cloud, identity, and network environments. We are doubling down on AI innovation to drive strategic impact, accelerate our product roadmap, and ensure that we continue to deliver the most accurate threat signal in the industry.  

Role Overview 

We’re looking for a strategic and inspired Head of AI to lead our AI and data engineering teams, drive our AI business transformation strategy, and serve as a resident expert within the organization. You will shape the vision and execution of  AI initiatives and work with business leadership to unlock the next wave of AI-driven capabilities across our organization, including IT, Go To Market, Customer, G&A and Product functions This individual will focus on creating and operationalizing AI strategy while scaling team capabilities and ensuring high ROI from AI investments.  

What You’ll Do 

Strategic Leadership & Execution 

• Define, evolve, and execute Vectra’s AI strategy in alignment with business goals. 
• Evangelize AI vision and strategy to executives, cross-functional partners, and external stakeholders. 
• Translate long-term AI goals into actionable roadmaps with clear priorities and measurable outcomes.  
• Lead a team of cross-functional executives responsible for driving Gen AI initiatives in their organizations through a ‘hub-and-spoke model.’ 

Team Leadership & Development 

• Lead and grow high-performing teams of AI engineers, machine learning engineers, and data engineers to deliver transformational programs.
• Mentor and develop technical talent; foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. 
• Set performance targets and build career paths for team members. 

Cross-Functional Partnership 

• Work closely with Engineering, Product, Data Science, Security Research, and Go-to-Market functions to embed AI across Vectra’s platform and solutions. 
• Partner with executive leaders to conduct “build vs buy” assessments, prioritize programs, conduct feasibility assessments, document requirements and deliver technical programs assessments,
  Technical Excellence 
• Guide architectural decisions for scalable AI/ML systems, data pipelines, model governance, and deployment frameworks. 
• Drive best practices for experiment tracking, monitoring, retraining, and model lifecycle management. 
• Stay abreast of AI advancements — especially in machine learning, deep learning, generative models, and large-scale distributed systems — and determine how to bring relevant innovation into production.  

Governance & Responsible AI 

• Ensure responsible, secure, and ethical use of AI — especially given the sensitive nature of customer and internal data. 
• Establish governance frameworks for model quality, bias mitigation, and compliance with internal and external standards. 

Measurement & Impact 

• Define and track key performance indicators for AI initiatives (e.g., operational efficiency, ROI/cost impact, and business value delivered).  
• Report on progress, blockers, and outcomes to senior leadership. 

What We’re Looking For 

Experience 

• 8+ years of experience building, scaling, and deploying AI/ML systems in production environments in Engineering or IT organizations. 
• 3+ years in a leadership role managing engineers, data practitioners, or AI/ML teams. 
• Proven track record shaping AI strategy that influences product and business outcomes.  

Technical Expertise 

• Strong foundation in machine learning, data architecture, distributed systems, and AI tooling. 
• Hands-on experience with modern AI tools,LLM's, cloud platforms, and data infrastructure. 
• Track record of deploying solutions at scale with attention to reliability, performance, and monitoring. 

Leadership Skills 

• Comfortable operating at both strategic and tactical levels. 
• Excellent communicator with ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions and lead in a high-growth environment. 

Education 

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, AI/Machine Learning, IT development/ Data Science, or a related field preferred. 

Vectra is at the forefront of cybersecurity AI innovation — applying cutting-edge AI to defend organizations worldwide. You’ll lead a growing team, work with world-class technologists, and directly influence how AI protects customers from evolving threats. Join us as we build the next generation of AI-powered security capabilities. 

Role 

We are looking for a Staff Software Development Engineer, Nanolog to join our team. This is a Hybrid (San Jose, 3 days in office) role, reporting to the Sr. Director, Software Engineering in the Zero Trust Exchange department. You will play a critical role in the evolution of the Zscaler Nanolog Service, driving the design and optimization of our proprietary time series database. By identifying system bottlenecks and implementing kernel-level enhancements, you will ensure our platform continues to deliver high-performance, scalable security solutions for our global customer base.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Developing and maintaining the Query layer using Java, Python or Go within a Kubernetes environment
• Designing, implementing, and deploying Kubernetes clusters that are scalable and reliable
• Developing monitoring systems and deploy services in the cloud
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Kubernetes clusters, containers, and microservices
• Contributing to the overall reliability, scalability, and security of applications in cloud-native environments

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You are a problem-solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and never stop developing yourself, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.
• You are data-driven. You use data and analytics to find the truth, measure what matters, and guide informed decisions. You value evidence over assumptions, replacing "I think" with "I know" to drive better outcomes.
• You think at scale. You connect your day-to-day work to the larger company mission and think globally. You build solutions, processes, and teams that are not just effective today but are built to last and support a high-growth, global organization.
• You lead with integrity. You do the right thing, even when it’s hard. You hold yourself and others to a high standard of accountability and build trust by matching your words with consistent, transparent action.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• 5+ years of experience with Programming languages like Java, Python, or Golang
• 3+ years of experience in Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka
• 2+ years of public cloud experience (AWS,GCP, or Azure)
• Expertise in designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in continuous monitoring, vulnerability scanning, patching, and reporting
• Experience with multiple cloud providers (AWS, Azure) and both relational and non-relational databases for microservices

#LI-Hybrid #LI-YC2

Role

We are looking for a Senior Manager of Global Commercial Compliance to join our Global Commercial Compliance department, reporting to the Director of Technology Compliance. This is a remote or hybrid role if based in San Jose, California. You will lead and scale our global commercial compliance program across international, public sector, privacy, and AI-related assurance frameworks. In this role, you will drive strategy and operational execution for key customer and regulator-facing commitments, ensuring a strong, audit-ready posture across multiple global standards.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Own and evolve the global commercial compliance strategy across international and public sector assurance programs to align with customer and regulatory expectations

• Build scalable compliance programs that unify requirements across frameworks like ISO, SOC, and PCI, incorporating privacy-by-design and AI governance

• Lead internal audit activities and end-to-end external assessments while serving as the primary liaison to third-party certification bodies

• Establish compliance health metrics and dashboards to track control performance, evidence maturity, and remediation cycle times

• Provide executive-ready reporting on compliance posture and risk trends to senior leadership and relevant governance bodies

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.

• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.

• You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.

• You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.

• You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field

• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in compliance, assurance, audit, or risk management, including leadership of global programs

• Working knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001, ISO 22301, SOC 2, PCI DSS, C5, and IRAP with the ability to support AI governance concepts

• Proven ability to manage audits end-to-end, including evidence strategy, control testing, and stakeholder coordination

• Strong track record of leading cross-functional initiatives in complex, fast-paced environments

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Relevant professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

• Experience building compliance infrastructure and maturing evidence quality within cloud and SaaS control environments

• Ability to influence at the executive level and drive alignment across Product, Engineering, and GTM stakeholders

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Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid/Onsite)

Job Type: Full-Time 

Location: 1245 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose

Intended Start Date: ASAP

About Think Academy

Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children’s ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better!

About This Role

We are seeking a high-caliber Academic Accreditation & Secondary Program Designer to lead our "Credit for Advancement" initiative across California. Your core objective is to ensure Think Academy’s Middle and High School math courses are recognized for official academic credit by California school districts.

You will navigate the complexities of the UC A-G approval process, lead WASC/Cognia accreditation efforts, and design the instructional infrastructure (curriculum and teacher training) required to meet California’s rigorous secondary education standards.

1. California Standards Alignment & Curriculum Design

• Audit and adapt Think Academy’s secondary math curriculum to ensure 100% alignment with the California Common Core State Standards (CA CCSS) and the California Mathematics Framework.
• Lead the submission and maintenance of courses for UC A-G approval, ensuring our curriculum meets the requirements for California college entrance.
• Develop comprehensive course catalogs, instructional materials, and assessment rubrics that satisfy the "Evidence of Rigor" required by California public and private school systems.

2. State-Wide Accreditation & Compliance

• Direct the institutional accreditation process for the California region (specifically WASC and Cognia), managing self-studies, site visits, and annual reporting.
• Act as the subject matter expert on California Education Code regarding Credit by Examination and Alternative Credit Options.
• Standardize transcript generation and student record-keeping to ensure seamless credit transferability to California school district SIS (Student Information Systems).

3. Accredited Teacher Training & Certification

• Design a "California Professional Standards" training program for our instructional staff, focusing on differentiated instruction and state-aligned pedagogical techniques.
• Establish and monitor teacher evaluation frameworks required by accreditation bodies to maintain high instructional quality.
• Oversee the professional development (PD) hours and certification tracking for our secondary school faculty.

4. Institutional Relations & California Parent Advocacy

• Build strategic partnerships with California School Districts (LEAs) to establish formal Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) for credit recognition.
• Empower parents across California by creating "Credit Advancement Guidebooks" and hosting webinars on how to navigate the credit transfer process with school counselors.
• Provide direct advocacy support for students seeking to place into advanced math tracks using Think Academy credits.

• Educational Background: Master’s degree in School Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep expertise in California secondary education requirements, including UC A-G, WASC accreditation, and CA CCSS.
• Bilingual Proficiency: Professional working proficiency in English is required.
• Strategic Communication: Proven ability to negotiate with school district administrators, registrars, and department chairs.

• Prior experience as a California School Principal, Assistant Principal, or Registrar.
• Direct experience leading a school through a successful WASC accreditation cycle.
• Existing network within major California school districts (e.g., LAUSD, SFUSD, San Jose Unified).

• Pioneering Work: You will define the standard for how supplemental Ed-Tech programs integrate with the California public school system.
• Scalability: While starting in California, your work will serve as the blueprint for our national accreditation strategy.
• Professional Prestige: Lead a high-visibility project that combines policy, curriculum design, and institutional leadership.

• Total Compensation Package: $95,000 - $120,000
• Includes Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Optional Teaching Compensation
• 401k and Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• H1B Sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
• Relocation Allowance available for candidates moving to the Bay Area.

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Location: San Jose, CA 

Job Type: Full-Time 

Location: 1245 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose

Intended Start Date: ASAP

About Think Academy

Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children’s ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better!

About This Role

We are looking for a Math Competition Product Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end product design and growth of our elementary math competition programs (Grades 1–5). You will focus on world-class competitions including Math Kangaroo and AMC 8, translating complex competition trends into engaging products and activities that resonate with U.S. parents.

You will work closely with the curriculum, teaching, and marketing teams to participate in the full lifecycle of math competition projects—from initial product design and activity planning to parent community operations and enrollment conversion.

1. Competition-Driven Product & Content Design

• Analyze trends, registration cycles, and scoring patterns for elementary math competitions, specifically Math Kangaroo (Grades 1-5) and AMC 8.
• Translate competition requirements and "dry" academic data into relatable, high-value content for U.S. parents (e.g., prep guides, diagnostic reports, and webinars).
• Package competition insights into various formats suitable for growth channels, including community posts, short-form copy, and event materials.
• Guide users from public platforms into our dedicated math competition communities and trial programs.

2. User, Community & Event Operations

• Directly communicate with parents to collect feedback and generate deep user insights regarding competition goals and pain points.
• Oversee math-focused community operations across platforms (WhatsApp, WeChat, Facebook, etc.), maintaining a professional and helpful environment.
• Plan and execute growth-oriented activities such as Mock Exams, Challenge Camps, and Assessment Workshops tailored for younger students.
• Design user touchpoints to move parents from initial interest in competitions to a deeper understanding of our long-term curriculum.

3. User Conversion & Funnel Optimization

• Design and optimize the full conversion path from competition registration/inquiry to long-term course enrollment.
• Build and iterate standardized conversion SOPs, including communication rhythms, follow-up mechanisms, and milestone tracking.
• Identify drop-off points in the funnel through data analysis and propose solutions to improve conversion efficiency and ROI.

4. Cross-Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with the curriculum team to ensure that competition-prep products align with our core teaching goals.
• Collect project data and conduct performance reviews to continuously optimize operational processes.

What We're Looking For:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or above (STEM, Education, or Marketing preferred).
• Language Proficiency: Working proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required.
• Communication Skills: Strong parent communication skills and the ability to empathize with the educational concerns of North American families.
• Analytical Mindset: Detail-oriented with strong data awareness; able to track performance and conduct data-driven reviews.
• Ownership: A proactive "owner" mindset with the ability to manage projects from 0 to 1 in a fast-paced environment.

• 1–2 years of experience in education, community management, or project operations.
• Familiarity with the U.S. K–12 education landscape, specifically regarding Math Kangaroo and AMC 8.
• Experience in event planning and enrollment conversion.

• Clear Growth Path: Opportunities to grow into product management, subject lead, or regional operations management roles.
• Entrepreneurial Impact: Deeply participate in building and validating math competition products from the ground up in the U.S. market.
• Make an Impact: Directly contribute to projects that help young students develop a lifelong love for math and logical thinking.
• Silicon Valley Experience: Work in the heart of the U.S. tech hub with a global team of passionate educators and innovators.

• Total Compensation Package: $85,000 - $100,000
• Includes Base Salary ($69k-$75k) + Optional Teaching Salary ($12k-$15k) + Teaching & Performance Bonus (Up to 15%)
• 401k and Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• H1B Sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
• Relocation Allowance available.

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Location: San Jose, CA 

Job Type: Full-Time 

Location: 1245 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose

Intended Start Date: ASAP

About Think Academy

Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children’s ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better!

About This Role

We are looking for a Math Competition Product & User Operations Specialist who will be responsible for the end-to-end product design and growth of our elementary math competition programs (Grades 1–5). You will focus on world-class competitions including Math Kangaroo and AMC 8, translating complex competition trends into engaging products and activities that resonate with U.S. parents.

You will work closely with the curriculum, teaching, and marketing teams to participate in the full lifecycle of math competition projects—from initial product design and activity planning to parent community operations and enrollment conversion.

1. Competition-Driven Product & Content Design

• Analyze trends, registration cycles, and scoring patterns for elementary math competitions, specifically Math Kangaroo (Grades 1-5) and AMC 8.
• Translate competition requirements and "dry" academic data into relatable, high-value content for U.S. parents (e.g., prep guides, diagnostic reports, and webinars).
• Package competition insights into various formats suitable for growth channels, including community posts, short-form copy, and event materials.
• Guide users from public platforms into our dedicated math competition communities and trial programs.

2. User, Community & Event Operations

• Directly communicate with parents to collect feedback and generate deep user insights regarding competition goals and pain points.
• Oversee math-focused community operations across platforms (WhatsApp, WeChat, Facebook, etc.), maintaining a professional and helpful environment.
• Plan and execute growth-oriented activities such as Mock Exams, Challenge Camps, and Assessment Workshops tailored for younger students.
• Design user touchpoints to move parents from initial interest in competitions to a deeper understanding of our long-term curriculum.

3. User Conversion & Funnel Optimization

• Design and optimize the full conversion path from competition registration/inquiry to long-term course enrollment.
• Build and iterate standardized conversion SOPs, including communication rhythms, follow-up mechanisms, and milestone tracking.
• Identify drop-off points in the funnel through data analysis and propose solutions to improve conversion efficiency and ROI.

4. Cross-Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with the curriculum team to ensure that competition-prep products align with our core teaching goals.
• Collect project data and conduct performance reviews to continuously optimize operational processes.

What We're Looking For:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or above (STEM, Education, or Marketing preferred).
• Language Proficiency: Working proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required.
• Communication Skills: Strong parent communication skills and the ability to empathize with the educational concerns of North American families.
• Analytical Mindset: Detail-oriented with strong data awareness; able to track performance and conduct data-driven reviews.
• Ownership: A proactive "owner" mindset with the ability to manage projects from 0 to 1 in a fast-paced environment.

• 1–2 years of experience in education, community management, or project operations.
• Familiarity with the U.S. K–12 education landscape, specifically regarding Math Kangaroo and AMC 8.
• Experience in event planning and enrollment conversion.

• Clear Growth Path: Opportunities to grow into product management, subject lead, or regional operations management roles.
• Entrepreneurial Impact: Deeply participate in building and validating math competition products from the ground up in the U.S. market.
• Make an Impact: Directly contribute to projects that help young students develop a lifelong love for math and logical thinking.
• Silicon Valley Experience: Work in the heart of the U.S. tech hub with a global team of passionate educators and innovators.

• Total Compensation Package: $85,000 - $100,000
• Includes Base Salary ($69k-$75k) + Optional Teaching Salary ($12k-$15k) + Teaching & Performance Bonus (Up to 15%)
• 401k and Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• H1B Sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
• Relocation Allowance available.

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Our humanities classes include: 5-6th grade humanities, 7/8th grade English, 7/8th grade History.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Multiple Subject or Single Subject Social Science or Single Subject English with an added authorization
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org 

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, and individual, dual, or team sports
• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards-based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Single Subject: Physical Education
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Who we are: 

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Support Team Member: 

The successful Alpha team member believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha team member is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences. 

Alpha Associate Teachers are expected to: 

• Teach curricula aligned to Common Core standards along with social and emotional skills 
• Provide coverage inside and outside of the classroom for teachers who are absent on a short- or long-term basis 
• Support school leadership team as needed 
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior for a productive learning environment during class sessions 
• Work to maintain a positive culture on campus by building strong relationships with scholars and staff members 
• Assess and analyze students’ performance and progress to ensure they are mastering developmental skills regularly, and responding to data to support all scholars to achieve academic success

What we offer: 

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• The salary for this role starts at $56,150 and increases based on years of similar experience 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families 
• Retirement matching options 
• Paid time off for holidays and Winter break between the end of December and New Year's (2 weeks) 
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances 
• APS Tuition Assistance Program provides up to $4,000 of financial assistance towards attaining bachelor degrees and teacher credentials 
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 

You Possess… 

• A Bachelor’s degree 
• A valid (or eligible for) California Substitute Teaching Permit 
• High behavioral expectations and academic expectations for all students
• Excellent knowledge of child development and educational practices
• Experience working with students and classroom management
• Willingness to be flexible with your schedule 
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese. 

Join our team… 

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org 

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Single Subject: Science: Physics
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Single Subject: Science: Biological
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Assistant Principal: 

The successful Assistant Principal will work closely with other members of the school leadership team to uphold high expectations, foster social development, and facilitate the intellectual growth of our educators and scholars. School leadership team members at Alpha approach coaching and instruction with patience, creativity, and a growth mindset, while using activities and instructional methods that will motivate our staff and scholars. The successful Assistant Principal is reflective in their practice and is willing to engage in conversations around educational equity and inclusivity. At Alpha, you will uphold rigorous expectations for all staff and students, while leading from a place of empathy and understanding. The position works with key leaders in schools and organizational teams to push school-related strategic initiatives, develop and monitor related projects, and assist with implementation in the school site.

The Assistant Principal is expected to:

Embody the mission, vision, and core beliefs of the school and the Alpha Public Schools network

• Promote Alpha’s staff culture, mindsets, and values by managing self and others in a manner that creates a healthy, high-achieving environment where staff feel challenged, supported, and valued 
• Create opportunities for meaningful parent involvement and champion parent engagement.

Execute all day-to-day leadership responsibilities:

• Support the principal in achieving ambitious school-wide vision, goals, and targets aligned to the Alpha network vision, goals, targets, and strategic priorities, leading students to master rigorous academic content that prepares them for college
• Use data-driven cycles with leaders and teachers to analyze academic and culture data, problem solve, and generate next steps and accountability systems

Support teacher development

• Ensure high-rigor, high-engagement instruction in all classrooms through instructional coaching, professional development, and performance management
• Execute on school-wide behavior management systems, expectations, and incentives across the school site and refine as necessary 
• Plan and lead teacher professional development sessions
• Formally supervise, observe, and evaluate school staff
• Support the needs of diverse learners, by ensuring differentiated instruction in classrooms, appropriate tiered interventions, and attending IEP and 504

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Scale starts at $100,000 and increases based on years of equivalent experience.
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree 
• CA Teaching Clear Credential (or out of state equivalent)
• 4 years of teaching experience in a K-12 setting
• Experience analyzing student data and responding to data with targeted interventions
• Experience (formally or informally) coaching instructional staff (support staff and/or teachers)
• Experience with performance management 

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four public charter schools committed to providing access to an outstanding education. Join us as we prepare students in TK-12th grade for success in college and career. 

Who we are

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in East San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students.

A successful Principal in Residence (TK-8)

A successful Principal in Residence (PIR) aspires to be a principal at Alpha within the next 1–2 years and is excited to work alongside Alpha’s TK–8 school leaders to develop the skills and expertise required for the principal role. Deeply committed to Alpha’s mission, the PIR will actively contribute to the network’s success to ensure, alongside colleagues, that the network is well-positioned to meet its north star goal of 75% of alumni graduating from a 4-year college within 6 years, as well as three research-backed milestones: 

• Students read at or above grade level by the end of third grade. 
• Students demonstrate algebra readiness by the end of 8th grade, positioning them for algebra and advanced math coursework in high school.
• Students complete the full A–G course sequence with grades of C or better and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA across those courses, ensuring eligibility for CSU/UC admission and preparation for long-term college success.

Over a full school year, the PIR will spend approximately 3–4 months at each TK–8 campus. Working closely with each principal and under the direction of the Managing Director of Schools, the PIR will be supported to develop toward full proficiency and ownership of a set of school leadership responsibilities during each rotation. These responsibilities include the planning, preparation, facilitation, and follow-up related to:

1. Coaching and development of assistant principals and/or teachers
2. Leadership of school-wide data cycles, including facilitation of School Leadership Team (SLT) data meetings
3. Management of SLT collaboration and alignment to advance school priorities, including facilitation of SLT strategy meetings and project management 

The ideal candidate brings a relentless commitment to ensuring every child has what they need to excel academically and in life, a passion for leading teams to reach their full potential, and an authentic interest in personal leadership development. They also have extensive experience coaching teachers and/or leaders, with the ability to quickly build relationships anchored in trust and balanced with accountability for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Provide High-Impact Coaching to Assistant Principals and/or Teachers

Over the course of each 3–4 month rotation, the PIR will build the skills and competencies to effectively:

• Prepare for classroom and coaching observations by analyzing multiple data sources, reviewing lesson/coaching plans, and developing hypotheses about educator strengths and opportunities.
• Accurately diagnose high-leverage instructional or leadership skills for development, aligned to Alpha’s rubrics and frameworks.
• Communicate clear, leader-determined targets and goals and refine them collaboratively with the teacher/AP, creating space for educator reflection and ownership.
• Plan and facilitate coaching conversations that model high expectations, emotional intelligence, agility, and actionable next steps aligned to student achievement.
• Monitor progress and adjust coaching plans based on implementation data, educator growth, and evolving school priorities.
  
  

Lead School-Wide Data Cycles

Over the course of each rotation, the PIR will build the skills and competencies to effectively:

• Prepare for school leadership data meetings using multiple data sources to anticipate key insights and highest-leverage takeaways in alignment with Alpha’s top-line goal and milestones.
• Design and facilitate high-quality data meetings that support school leaders to analyze data, identify trends, and determine next instructional steps.
• Ensure schoolwide data systems and routines are implemented consistently to drive clarity, alignment, and accountability.
• Collaborate with the principal to identify or refine schoolwide academic priorities and align data cycles to those priorities, ensuring progress is measured and communicated clearly to stakeholders.
  
  

Strengthen Alignment and Collaboration Across the School Leadership Team

Over the course of each rotation, the PIR will build the skills and competencies to effectively:

• Plan, prepare for, and facilitate high-quality leadership strategy meetings that center school priorities, monitor progress, and support problem-solving.
• Create consistent structures and routines that help the SLT align around key schoolwide objectives, instructional practices, and culture systems.
• Support the principal in driving coherence across academic, culture, and operational priorities, ensuring consistent communication and aligned action.
• Build strong working relationships with SLT members to foster psychological safety, collaborative decision-making, and shared accountability for student outcomes.
• Establish systems for tracking SLT commitments, follow-ups, and deliverables to ensure progress and accelerate team effectiveness.
• Model effective leadership behaviors—including clarity, transparency, and strong communication—to positively influence adult culture and team dynamics.

Execute Additional School Leadership Responsibilities

Across all three TK–8 campuses, the PIR will also:

• Champion Alpha's milestones and initiatives/commitments.
• Participate in network-wide professional learning as both a learner and leader (supporting facilitators and providing feedback).
• Participate in school-wide professional learning as both a learner and facilitator.
• Work alongside principals and assistant principals to create and maintain strong school culture, including supporting school-wide behavioral systems and family engagement strategies.
• Work alongside principals and assistant principals to create and maintain strong adult culture.
• Manage components of daily school operations as assigned by the principal.
• Serve as acting principal when the principal is out of the office.
  
  

What we offer

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience. The salary for the Principal-in-Residence role is $130,000. 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement benefits with matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away

You Possess

• Bachelor’s Degree and CA Teaching Clear Credential (Required)
• Administrative Credential Preferred
• Progressively responsible school leadership experience, inclusive of instructional leadership and coaching roles, with at least three years in a leadership role (preferred: experience supporting grades TK–8)
• Demonstrated ability to drive academic results directly (minimum 3–5 years of effective teaching experience) and through others (in a leadership role)
• Proven commitment to APS’ mission and vision and to personal leadership development, aligned with the desire to become an APS principal within 1–2 years
• Deep understanding of the California Common Core Standards, best practices, and research-based teaching strategies, with the ability to apply this understanding to high-impact coaching and feedback cycles
• Demonstrated ability to provide high-impact coaching through data analysis, informed observations, and deep listening, resulting in identification of high-leverage skills and practices
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, supporting the ability to collaborate effectively with school leadership and network staff
• Demonstrated ability to balance professional development and support with accountability for school leaders and/or teachers
• Strong emotional agility and demonstrated ability to quickly build trust and establish productive working relationships with multiple stakeholders—including school leaders, teachers, network colleagues, families, and students

Who we are:

Alpha Public Schools is a public charter school network of four schools educating approximately 1,900 scholars in east San Jose. Guided by the belief that our students belong in college, we ensure safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments to help our students thrive. What sets us apart is the very thing that makes us who we are– our community. Alpha was founded by a group of mothers on the eastside of San Jose who sought better educational opportunities for their students. We maintain a strong connection to our community and engage families in a collaborative approach to offer a holistic education to our students. 

A successful Alpha Teacher: 

The successful Alpha teacher believes that ALL students are capable of success. They uphold high expectations for students and they utilize student data to drive their instruction, ensuring that our scholars are achieving growth. The successful Alpha teacher is excited to receive coaching and feedback, understanding that their growth as an educator is an ever-evolving process. We seek educators who are committed to amplifying and celebrating the diverse experiences and cultures of our scholars and their families; educators who are excited to be a member of a vibrant school community; and, educators who provide access to instruction for all students by responding to socio-emotional needs, supporting literacy development across all classes and content areas, using culturally responsive instructional strategies, and accommodating individual learning differences.

Alpha teachers are expected to:

• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials to teach standards based curriculum
• Operate a classroom that includes sound classroom management practices and engaging lessons and that produces strong academic results.
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, families, and the greater Alpha community
• Participate in regular and on-going professional development, observations, and feedback sessions

What we offer:

At Alpha we care deeply about our scholars and staff. To support our team (and hopefully you!) we offer: 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and credential status (as well as compounding retention incentives for returning Alpha teachers)
• See our 2026-27 Teacher Salary Scale Summary Sheet 
• Health benefits plans for medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage for staff and their families
• Retirement matching options
• Paid time off for holidays and breaks (6 weeks throughout the school year in addition to 6 weeks during the summer)
• Generous paternity/maternity leave benefits including 4 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to the state and federal leave allowances
• Paid tuition for Induction and reimbursement for passing scores on credential required exams
• Employee Assistance Program that provides access to professional services for workplace, life, and wellbeing support and services 
• Relocation assistance for teammates moving from 250+ miles away
• Signing bonus for our hard-to-fill roles (math, science, special education) 

You Possess…

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A valid (or eligible for) California teaching credential- Single Subject: Science
• Subject matter knowledge and strong classroom management skills (or willingness to learn)
• A commitment to working with students in traditionally underserved communities. Approximately 80% of Alpha’s students are from under-resourced communities and will be the first in their families to go to college. The majority of our students are Latinx and/or Vietnamese.

Join our team…

To apply for this position, please submit a resume online.

Alpha Public Schools is a network of four 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 jobs@alphapublicschools.org