Nomad is a progressive inquiry- and project-based middle school for adventure seekers, dreamers, and doers. Small classes capped at 12 students explore academic content through thematic educational 'journeys' leading to a deep exploration of big ideas. Through meaningful experiences, students practice the process of learning and then apply their new-found knowledge through large-scale self-driven projects.
Students learn by engaging with the world around them by taking weekly excursions around the Bay Area, working with local experts, and understanding that they are meaningful members of their community. In today's world, successful humans seek out problems and develop working solutions; our curriculum is focused around this idea. We are fiercely committed to racial, social and environmental justice. Our skilled and passionate educators prioritize utilizing the natural world and larger community as fundamental resources to learning.
Want to help students build a wind turbine? Calculate trash on California beaches? Write and publish a novel? At Nomad, these aren't hypotheticals—they're the kinds of student-driven projects that happen here.
We believe the world is our classroom. We say 'yes!' Yes to wild ideas, yes to play, yes to trying, yes to the unknown—YES. We're seeking an experienced middle school educator ready to join our team of adventurous, student-centered teachers.
You'll work with a cohort of up to twelve students, allowing you to know each child deeply and build intentional community between students, parents, and educators.
Your role will include: