K-8 Permanent Substitute Teacher

Reports To:  K-8 Director

Position Type:  Full-Time, Regular, Non-Exempt

Bentley School is a K-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K-8) and Lafayette (9-12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School's legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character. Engaging in continual reflection, re-assessment, and pursuit of mission-driven pedagogical practices, Bentley faculty members maintain a growth mindset by observing and learning from each other and participating in robust professional development. Teachers are expected to align unequivocally with student growth and success, establishing pedagogical objectives that are consistent with students’ development, reflecting high expectations along with demonstrated flexibility based on student achievement. Beyond the classroom, Bentley faculty members participate meaningfully in aspects of student and campus life serving as role models of compassion, respect, justice, and inclusivity as citizens of the world.

Criteria: 

Bentley School seeks a permanent substitute teacher for grades K-8, who is committed to delivering high-quality instructions in all subjects, starting in the 2026-27 school year. The K-8 Permanent Substitute is responsible for teaching K-8 classes, covering duties, and ensuring student well-being when faculty members are absent. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

Provide classroom and duty coverage

Teach content and skills in K-8 subject areas, as determined by the teacher, utilizing curriculum and other appropriate learning materials provided

Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials as necessary in emergency situations

Administer or supervise in-class assessments

Create and maintain a positive and safe learning environment where students thrive academically

Collaborate regularly with the other grade-level teachers and specialists

Participate in all aspects of Bentley’s character education curriculum

Instruct individual students, small groups, or whole class to carry out curriculum

Prepare and organize instructional materials

Attend regular faculty and grade-level meetings

Assist with supervision of students during lunch, recess, traffic duty, special events, off-campus field trips, etc.

Attend various school functions, including Admissions events, Back to School Night, Conferences, etc.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Experience in an interdisciplinary environment with an emphasis on group collaboration and use of technology.

Experience in teaching problem-solving skills in addition to traditional core content

Excellent interpersonal, writing and communication skills.

Ability and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students.

Desire to continually examine one’s practice with the goal to improve student learning

Commitment to issues of diversity, leadership, inclusion, and equity. Candidates who reflect the broad range of diversity of the Bay Area are encouraged to apply.

Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. The School offers competitive compensation and benefits. Bentley is a growth-oriented school which is reflected in our commitment to providing ample funds to support the professional development of our faculty.

Physical Requirements:

Consistent mental alertness; standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time; lift, carry, push, and pull moderate weight objects; bending and twisting at waist and neck; kneeling and bending at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of fingers and both arms and hands while performing duties, seeing to read, write, and use a computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.

Pay Range: 

Bentley uses a competitive salary scale, which takes into account experience, education, and skill level. The salary for this position ranges from $54,000 - $56,000 per year (paid semi-monthly, 12 months, non-exempt).  This position is eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement.

How to Apply:

Please submit a letter of interest, a CV/resume, and a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses both your approach to working with students and how you approach your classroom practice.  A list with the names and contact information of three (3) references should also be included. No phone calls, please. Initial interview for this position will begin on April 13th week.

Bentley is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process.

Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. Bentley School offers equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, race, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, religious creed, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic characteristic or genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship, medical leave or other types of protected leave, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  An applicant who does not meet the minimum qualifications of the position(s) for which the applicant applies will not be considered for employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview for the position, or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please notify Human Resources.