The Napa Foundation for Options in Education is seeking experienced, dynamic, and passionate certificated teachers with diverse subject-matter backgrounds to join our substitute teacher pool, with the possibility of consideration for anticipated full-time teaching positions beginning Fall 2026. This role is ideal for adaptable educators with strong instructional skills, broad curriculum experience, and a desire to contribute to an innovative countywide charter middle school.

Teachers report to the Head of School and are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction using applicable California-adopted curricula and aligned instructional resources across subject areas. Teachers foster a collaborative and engaging classroom environment for a diverse student population and support strong partnerships among students, families, faculty, and the broader school community.

PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Teachers, including substitute teachers, may be responsible for the following duties, as assigned:

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment aligned with school policies and focused on students’ social-emotional development and positive character growth.

• Implement classroom systems and behavior management practices that promote consistency, engagement, and high expectations.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Possession of, or active enrollment in, a California Multiple Subject or Single Subject teaching credential program

• CLAD or BCLAD certification preferred

• Ability to teach middle school students (grades 6–8)

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• Teaching experience across one or more subject areas using California-adopted or standards-aligned curricula (e.g., ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Integrated or Elective courses)

• Familiarity with project-based learning, interdisciplinary instruction, or the New Tech Network model

• Willingness to participate in curriculum-specific training as needed

• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data to inform instruction

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Comfort with educational technology and learning management systems

• Flexibility and adaptability in varied classroom settings, including substitute assignments

• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and continuous professional growth Application Process

Compensation:

• Competitive daily substitute rates and, for full-time roles, competitive salary and benefits.

Mayacamas Countywide Middle School is strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff. Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief letter of interest via email to info@napaoptionsforeducation.org. The Napa Foundation for Options in Education is a nonprofit public benefit 501(c)(3) corporation. Principals only. No recruiters, please. Thank you for your interest in Mayacamas Countywide Middle School!