Associate Teacher (Second Grade)
Full-Time Benefits-Eligible Faculty Position - Begins August 18, 2026

NPES is seeking a collaborative, engaging, progressive, emotionally-attuned, and culturally-responsive Associate Teacher to assist a lead teacher in classroom instruction, support differentiation through targeted work with small-groups, and care for students during lunch, recess, and other spaces. 

Associate Teachers at NPES possess a keen understanding of the social-emotional needs of children; a passion for integrated experiential learning; an interest in authentic and meaningful collaboration with colleagues; flexibility and a growth mindset; intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn new content and skills; and strong cultural literacy, embracing work with a diverse set of learners and developing practices that support an affirming, inclusive, equitable, and just classroom and school community for all. 

Associate Teachers at NPES do valuable work, making a difference in the education and lives of their students. They also benefit from the mentoring of outstanding lead teachers and enjoy additional opportunities for professional growth, including participation in faculty meetings, access to workshops and the opportunity to lead clubs or coach for additional pay. Benefits include health insurance, paid leave time that can be banked or cashed out at the end of a school year (unused time), and up to $2,500 per year toward graduate studies in education.  The detailed job description can be found here.

If you would like to be considered, please submit a cover letter with resume to North Park Elementary School Office Manager Kerry Maman at maman@npeschool.org.

Band Director - Part Time (Grades 5 through 8)
A Part-Time Faculty Position (16% FTE), Early Mornings Four Days Per Week from Mid-September to Early June

NPES is seeking an accomplished, dynamic, and culturally-literate school Band Director for a Beginning Band (5th & 6th Grades) and Advanced Band (7th & 8th Grades), each meets twice weekly before school from 7:35-8:20 a.m., from mid-September to early June. In addition to directing these two groups (to which students opt-in), the Band Director collaborates with the full-time NPES Music Teacher, part-time Choral Director,  and other colleagues to prepare students to perform in various assemblies and shows during the academic year, including fall, winter, and spring concerts, graduation, and periodic assemblies. The Band Director is a member of the school’s Co-Curricular Team, including educators in Music, Visual Art, Library/Media/Design-Thinking, Spanish Language & Cultures, and Physical Education. 

This is a part-time non-benefits eligible faculty position in a vibrant and engaging independent school with a deep commitment to the arts, to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to building and sustaining a strong sense of belonging and community. All told, the position includes about 250 hours of work per school year–including band instruction, prep time, collaboration, performances, and designated faculty meetings–an average of 6.5 hours per week over the course of a school year.  The detailed job description can be found here.

If you would like to be considered, please submit a cover letter with resume to North Park Elementary School Office Manager Kerry Maman at maman@npeschool.org.

Auxiliary Programs Associate Teacher
Part-time hourly employee (not benefits-eligible) 

North Park Elementary School seeks an Auxiliary Programs Associate Teacher who is passionate about supervising and mentoring children in our after-school program on a part-time basis (after care runs on school days, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM). The ideal candidate will display a passion for engaging children in play-based activities, maintaining a positive mindset towards social-emotional development, cultural competence, and facilitating problem-solving strategies

North Park Elementary School seeks a part-time Auxiliary Programs Associate Teacher (After Care runs on school days, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM) who is passionate about mentoring children and fostering a safe, engaging, play-based environment. Our school is a deeply connected, inclusive community where educators, students, and families share a strong sense of belonging and purpose. The ideal candidate brings warmth, cultural competence, and a positive approach to social-emotional development and problem-solving. This role is perfect for someone who values meaningful relationships and wants to be part of a collaborative, caring school community. 

The job description for Auxiliary Programs Associate Teacher at NPES can be found here.

The pay is $18.00 per hour, $19 for a college student, and $20 with a college degree.

Substitute Teachers
Part-Time On-Call Non-Benefits Eligible Positions

We are seeking thoughtful, adaptable, reliable, engaging, and professional substitute teachers (who understand various stages of child development and who love working with children) for duties spanning preschool through eighth grade. Being a Substitute Teacher at NPES is a wonderful opportunity to gain experience with a variety of subject areas and age groups while contributing meaningfully to a positive, interesting, and vibrant independent school community. The compensation is $20.00 per hour, or $140 for a full school day (ending at either 3:00 or 3:30, depending on the age group).  The job description for Substitute Teachers at NPES can be found here.

If you would like to be considered for substitute teaching, please complete this application and send us your resume. You may send these documents via email to Kerry Maman.