2026-2027 Lower School Teacher at Francis Parker School

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Management, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Instructional Skills, Culturally Responsive Teaching, Professional Development, Educational Technology, Collaborative Environment, Differentiated Instruction, Inclusive Curriculum, Feedback Provision, Curricular Improvement, Responsive Classroom, Restorative Practices, Singapore Math, Science of Reading

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Exciting Opportunity at Francis Parker School in San Diego, California Francis Parker School (Parker) is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate educator who shares its core values: Students First, Academic Excellence, Global Perspective, Strength of Character, Inclusive Community, and No Limit to Better. Collegial and collaborative, Parker faculty create a learning environment that is dynamic and engaging. Parker faculty are content and pedagogical experts who invest in professional growth generously supported by the School. Importantly, Parker’s unswerving commitment to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community creates a culture of respect for all. If Parker’s values and school culture resonate with you, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. About Parker: Parker is a coeducational independent day school in San Diego, California with 1,330 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1912, the school’s mission is “to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective, and strength of character prepare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.” Parker has two campuses: one in Mission Hills (Lower School, Junior Kindergarten - Grade 5) and a second in Linda Vista (Middle and Upper School, Grades 6 - 12). Job Description: Francis Parker School seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate teacher to teach on the Lower School campus. Requirements Essential Duties/Responsibilities: · Daily classroom instruction, including planning and teaching in a developmentally appropriate manner, with experience in differentiating instruction · Prioritizing and examining inclusive curricula, teaching practices, and environments · Providing regular and timely feedback to students about the trajectory of their learning · Ongoing communication and conferencing with parents/guardians · Conferencing with students and colleagues as required · Weekly collaboration with the grade level team, ensuring horizontal alignment and consistent assessment practices across the grade · Active participation in the curricular improvement of the department in alignment with the Understanding by Design framework · Setting, reviewing, and achieving professional goals · Provide support as needed for Admissions · Ongoing professional development participation · Standing duties as assigned Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree, an advanced degree is desirable · Teaching credential is required · Prior elementary school teaching experience is required · Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills · Demonstrate strong instructional and classroom management skills; have an understanding of Responsive Classroom and restorative practices · Culturally responsive teaching and experience with the CASEL Standards · Strong interpersonal and cultural competency skills when working with students, parents, faculty, and School leadership · A strong and sincere commitment to professional development, both in pedagogy and content areas including an understanding of Singapore Math and the Science of Reading · A proficiency in the application of educational technology practices · Commitment to being a positive and contributing member of the professional community · A desire to work in a highly collaborative environment · Genuinely love to work with children and educators at the elementary level Salary and Benefits: Parker is committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a substantial compensation plan, including competitive salary, TIAA retirement benefits, and full medical/dental coverage. Individual salary is negotiable depending on years of experience and educational background. Salary Range: $82,000 - $120,000 per year The actual salary will be determined by the candidate’s educational degree and their years of full-time teaching experience. The starting salary listed reflects this position’s minimum experience and educational requirements; the ending salary listed represents the top of the salary structure for this position. Most candidates can expect to enter in the lower to middle section of this salary range, depending on their specific experience and education. Non-Discrimination: Parker values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Application Process: To be considered, interested candidates must submit the following: · Online employment application · Cover Letter · Resume · Transcripts Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all required information, including completion of the Employment History, Education, and References sections of the online application, required attachments, and responses to all application questions.

Responsibilities

The Lower School Teacher will be responsible for daily classroom instruction, planning, and teaching in a developmentally appropriate manner. They will also engage in ongoing communication with parents and collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent assessment practices.