Nevada City School of the Arts (NCSOTA), a TK-8 charter school in operation since 1994, is seeking a dynamic, culturally aware, stimulating and highly qualified teacher to join our elementary school team.

SCHEDULE: 2025-26 School Year Full Time WAGE: Daily Rate of Pay: $205 ( The pay rate will increase to long-term (daily rate of $240) when the classroom teacher takes leave ) ** Must be registered as a Nevada County Superintendent of Schools substitute to be hired **

SUMMARY: Nevada City School of the Arts is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Long-Term Substitute Teacher for a 4th-grade classroom. This unique opportunity begins in August, working side by side with the current 4th-grade teacher to ensure a smooth and seamless transition. The substitute will then assume full classroom responsibilities during the teacher's leave beginning in mid-October and remain in the role through February. This position requires a strong commitment to student learning, consistency, and teamwork. The ideal candidate is flexible, proactive, and able to maintain the established routines and instructional momentum of the classroom. Another 4th-Grade teaching partner will support with lesson planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

INSTRUCTION Design instruction around state standards that is rigorous and is correlated to school-wide and teacher-created learning outcomes and core curricula. Create lessons that are responsive to the students in the classroom and account for the neuro-diversity of learners that create the conditions for each student to grow Use a backwards-planning model to develop long-term, unit, and daily lesson plans, based on our core curricula Submit lesson plans to the Principal and instructional leaders and collaborate with colleagues to revise, edit, and improve lesson plans as requested Accommodate, differentiate, or modify curricula to meet student needs Collaborate with arts, music and movement teachers to integrate art concepts and movement into the classroom Attend/support arts specials until proper class management has been established Use Universal Design for Learning methods to engage students in the classroom, Utilize curricular assessments that measure student progress; continuously use formative and summative assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practices Assume responsibility for the progress of all students, including developing and implementing intervention plans for students who do not meet instructional goals Develop daily plans for instructional assistants and/or volunteers providing intervention or enrichment to small groups Demonstrate resourcefulness (e.g., anticipate and order materials, schedule guest speakers, design field trips, develop partnerships in the community, attend conferences to improve instruction, etc.) Oversee all aspects of class field studies including the budget and the training of chaperones Provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress; consistently prioritize partnering with families to support students Collaborate with School Director, Assistant Principal, and grade-level partner and teams to refine curricula and create strategic plans Track critical student information; maintain and submit accurate student records, including grades, attendance, and present levels of performance in accordance with NCSA procedures Demonstrate knowledge of, and support for, the NCSA mission, vision, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and ethical code of behavior. Support and administer statewide and other mandated testing/surveys to students SCHOOL CULTURE Model and support a community of care both inside and outside of the classroom for all NCSA stakeholders, including students, families, and staff Support student growth through emphasizing an asset-based and collaborative approach to character development Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged Utilize, Model and uphold Positive Discipline strategies and philosophy. Support and reinforce school procedures (e.g., monitoring student transitions and dismissal) Develop engagement and motivation strategies to help bolster good attendance amongst students Collaborate with partner teacher to develop and maintain grade-wide systems and with arts teachers to integrate the arts into the classroom Design and deliver presentations to engage families in their child's education (e.g., Back to School Night) Attend monthly team meetings, scheduled in-service/flex days, assigned committee meetings, student success (SSTs) teams, I.E.P. meetings, class performances and other events where faculty attendance is important (e.g., Graduation, Back to School Night, Student Success Night) as noted in the school activity calendar

MISCELLANEOUS Other duties as assigned by the School Director and/or school leaders that relate to instructional excellence at NCSA

SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS Possess a strong work ethic and a belief in the mission and vision of NCSA. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact and forge relationships with students, parents, staff, Board, and community members Deep knowledge of effective instruction and experience managing instructional personnel as well as instructional processes Demonstrated persistence to meet student learning outcomes Self-directed with the ability to work both autonomously and in teams EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Two years of teaching experience preferred Possession of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university Possession of a valid California Multiple-Subject Credential Proficiency in computer hardware and software use, including Google Suite, word processing, spreadsheets, multimedia presentations, email, the Internet and digital media Commitment to Equity WORKING CONDITIONS Environment Indoor/outdoor work environment Driving a vehicle to conduct work

Physical Demands ( with or without reasonable accommodations) Occasional lifting and carrying (maximum 50 lbs.) Infrequent pushing and pulling Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer Seeing to read a variety of materials Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Hearing and speaking to exchange information

OTHER REQUIREMENTS : These requirements must be met prior to beginning employment and will be requested upon job offer acceptance. Fingerprint and Background clearance Valid Tuberculosis clearance and every four years thereafter CPR/First Aid Certification within 45 days of employment and every two years thereafter Completion of mandatory training (video & in-person) within 6 weeks of employment and every year thereafter.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER NCSOTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We implement affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Supervisor: Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Employee Group: Certificated Employment Status: Full Time, Temporary

**Fingerprint and Background clearance