ABOUT ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit www.LAalliance.org.

ROLE SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Staffing, the Coordinator, Application Screener will apply Alliance’s selection criteria to review initial applications for eligibility for school site roles and conduct phone interviews with prospective candidates to learning more about their credentials and previous experience, and assess their readiness to work for Alliance College-Ready Public Schools. This is a part-time position, expected to spend up to 20 hours per week on assigned duties, with expected work hours Monday through Thursday from 2 pm - 7 pm. The role is anticipated to last until June 30, 2026. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

 Application Review

• Monitor the applicant tracking system in Workday for newly submitted applications

• Review written applications for minimum qualifications based on Alliance’s selection criteria

• Schedule phone interviews with prospective candidates

• Conduct initial phone interviews with prospective candidates, taking detailed written notes

• Correspond with candidates to review and gather credential information

• Provide weekly updates to the Director, Staffing on screening progress

Training and Operations

• Attend all training regarding the selection process for the school year

• Communicate with the Director, Staffing regarding changing trends in the applicant pool

• Complete reports in a timely manner

• Provide support to the Staffing Team throughout the candidate screening process

 

THE STRONGEST CANDIDATES WILL

• Have experience using Google Suite

• Understanding of Applicant tracking systems

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Self-motivated, agile, and organized

• Previous teaching experience or experience with recruitment and selection is a plus

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) is required; a college degree is preferred.

• Prior experience as an application or phone screener is preferred. 

WORK LOCATION

This position will work virtually in the greater Los Angeles area, with occasional travel to school sites or the Alliance Home Office.

COMPENSATION

$24.05 - $33.70

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit an application. Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor or support applicants on visas at this time or in the foreseeable future.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, pro-Black community that celebrates diversity, equity, and the unique identities of all scholars and staff. Nearly two-thirds of our teachers and administrators identify as people of color, reinforcing our commitment to representation and the power of diverse role models. We recognize the richness of the cultures and communities we serve, and we believe that embracing and empowering t