Teacher K-2 and Teacher 6-8 at Santa Lucia School

Application Deadline

8/3/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
6/4/2026
Contact
Lesley Thompquist
805-434-2217
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
TBD/ Salaried
Length of Work Year
10 months
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Santa Lucia School seeks an enthusiastic teacher to lead a multi-age classroom using a nature-based, project-driven approach. This role involves delivering engaging, hands-on literacy, math, science, and social studies lessons while fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Candidates with experience in project-based learning, outdoor education, and the Science of Reading are preferred. This position offers a truly unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative teaching community dedicated to holistic student growth.

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Santa Lucia School is seeking a passionate, creative, and flexible  teacher to join our close-knit community of educators. Founded in 1985, Santa Lucia School is dedicated to providing a nature-based, project-driven educational experience for K-8 students. Our unique program integrates hands-on learning, service projects, and outdoor education. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to student-centered learning, environmental education, and social-emotional development.

This role involves teaching a small class of multi-age students in Grade 6-8 and Grades K-2. The teacher will collaborate with a dynamic team of educators to create engaging units of study and lessons integrating literacy, math, science, and social studies through place-based and project-based learning.


 

Requirements / Qualifications

-Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field. -Valid California ID -Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (preferred).Experience teaching grades K-8, preferably in a multi-age classroom setting. -Experience with early literacy instruction, nature-based learning, and SEL strategies' -Strong communication and collaboration skills. -Commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning.

Certificate & Credentials, Resume, 3 References

Requirements / Qualifications

-Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field. -Valid California ID -Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (preferred).Experience teaching grades K-8, preferably in a multi-age classroom setting. -Experience with early literacy instruction, nature-based learning, and SEL strategies' -Strong communication and collaboration skills. -Commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning.

Certificate & Credentials, Resume, 3 References

Comments and Other Information

Full Job descriptions and information about our school can be found on our website. How to Apply: https://airtable.com/app1QJ61h4w2mCuv6/pagyHjKHTPKPw9nBh/form Website Links: https://www.santaluciaschool.org/careers

Comments and Other Information


Full Job descriptions and information about our school can be found on our website. How to Apply: https://airtable.com/app1QJ61h4w2mCuv6/pagyHjKHTPKPw9nBh/form Website Links: https://www.santaluciaschool.org/careers