Long-Term Substitute Lead Teacher (Maternity Leave)

The Nueva School•Hillsborough, CA

1d•$79,200 - $145,900

About The Position

Long-Term Substitute Lead Teacher (Maternity Leave) Full-Time 2nd Grade Lead Teacher April 13, 2026 – June 12, 2026 The Nueva School Lower School is currently seeking a full-time, long-term substitute lead teacher for 2nd grade who is passionate about integrated, project-based learning and joyful elementary education. This role collaborates closely with a grade-level teaching team to design and teach curriculum connected to a year-long thematic study while supporting students’ development in reading, writing, and mathematics. The long-term substitute lead teacher will co-lead students through a year-end culmination project and event. In May, t he 2nd-grade class participates in an overnight camping trip (May 14–15). This teacher will serve as a co-chaperone and play an active role in supporting students during this experience. In addition to classroom teaching, all full-time teachers at Nueva support student well-being, design and deliver differentiated curriculum, teach collaboratively, write narrative progress reports, maintain a weekly parent blog, and mentor an associate teacher. We are seeking applicants who represent the full diversity of our community in the Bay Area. Our ideal candidate demonstrates understanding of and commitment to working within diverse socioeconomic, racial, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, academic, and ethnic backgrounds. In joining Nueva, you become part of an inclusive, iterative, and equity-minded community that views JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) as a lens through which we examine all aspects of school life to ensure that all students can thrive. Candidates are strongly encouraged to reflect on alignment with Nueva’s Mission, Vision, and Values. when considering this role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience
Formal or informal experience working with elementary-aged students
Experience and/or education in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics
Experience with project-based learning and integrated curriculum design
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and families
Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching practices

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in an independent school or progressive education setting
Familiarity with gifted learners and differentiated instruction
Experience mentoring or supervising associate teachers or teaching assistants
Experience writing narrative progress reports
Comfort supporting experiential learning, including overnight field trips
Demonstrated commitment to equity-minded and culturally responsive teaching

Responsibilities

Teach 2nd-grade curriculum with high expectations and care for each student
Convey enthusiasm for learning, inquiry, and intellectual curiosity
Deliver instruction that emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving
Create hands-on, project-based learning experiences
Collaborate with grade-level colleagues to enrich curriculum and instruction
Support the development of reading, writing, and math skills
Differentiate instruction to meet a range of learning needs
Support student social-emotional well-being
Communicate effectively and collaboratively with students, colleagues, and families
Maintain a weekly parent communication/blog
Lead parent-teacher conferences
Write end-of-year narrative progress reports
Mentor and collaborate with an associate teacher
Participate in and contribute to school life beyond the classroom
Model professionalism and commitment to Nueva’s mission and values
Lead by example in your commitment to Nueva's mission