Lower School - Associate Teacher

The Nueva School•Hillsborough, NJ

2h•$60,700 - $77,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Nueva School seeks Lower School Associate Teachers to work in kindergarten, first, second, third, or fourth grade classrooms. The ideal candidate will have some experience with and knowledge of the developmental stages of young children and an interest in childhood education. Experience working with young students is preferred. Position begins mid-August 2026 and runs through the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time position with competitive salary and full benefits. Associate Teachers work closely with Mentor Teachers through an apprenticeship model. They spend each day in the classroom, working with students, collaborating with teachers, building curriculum, teaching lessons, and reflecting upon their practice. In addition, Associate Teachers participate in the Innovative Teacher Program (ITP), a two-year program designed to provide classroom teaching experience, mentorship, and monthly professional development opportunities for new and developing teachers. Associate Teachers are members of the Nueva community of educators, one defined by collaboration, inquiry, reflection and lifelong learning. They participate in all aspects of school life, including serving as co-advisors, preparing parent-teacher conferences, chaperoning school trips, and attending faculty meetings and school events. During their second year, Associate Teachers develop a teaching portfolio, and receive support in applying for positions and/or graduate school, building a résumé, and preparing for interviews. We are seeking applicants who represent the full diversity of our community in the Bay Area. Our ideal candidate will possess an understanding of the diverse socioeconomic, racial, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, academic, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. In joining our team at Nueva, you will become a part of an inclusive, iterative and equity-minded community that recognizes that social justice is a lens with which we examine all aspects of our school community in order to ensure an educational experience where all students can thrive. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Nueva, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with Nueva’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Strong interest in childhood education and desire to work with young students
Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in classroom culture and curriculum
Excellent oral and written communication skills
A desire to learn by doing and to learn with and from others
A desire to teach collaboratively
Flexibility and creativity in working in a dynamic environment where new ideas, mistakes, and iteration are embraced.
A profound openness to feedback and improvement, modeling lifelong learning of practice as well as subject area.
Commitment to a strengths-based approach in working with gifted children.
A desire to collaborate with diverse groups in a way that builds partnerships, trust, and growth.