2025-2026 6-12 Science Long-Term Substitute Teacher (March 9th – approximately November 2026)

Francis Parker School • San Diego, CA

100d • $250

About The Position

Francis Parker School 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. The school emphasizes a dynamic and engaging learning environment, supported by a commitment to professional growth and a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. The position is for a teacher in the Science Department, specifically for a Long-Term Substitute Position that includes teaching Earth Science 6 and Life Science 7, as well as advising a cohort of Middle School students.

Requirements

• A degree and preferably a teaching certificate in a scientific field.
• The ability to passionately and effectively teach both Middle and Upper Science.
• The ability to serve as an advisor and mentor to Middle School or Upper School students.
• A strong and sincere commitment to professional development both in pedagogy and content area.
• Multicultural curriculum development and culturally responsive teaching experience are preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and cultural competency skills when working with students, parents, faculty, and School leadership.
• High standards and high expectations for students.
• Commitment to being a positive and contributing member of the professional community.
• A love of children, a passionate commitment to Science, and a desire to work with all types of learners.
• Extraordinary communication and presentation skills.
• A proficiency in the use of technology.
• A desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multicultural curriculum development.
• Culturally responsive teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Daily classroom instruction, including planning and teaching a challenging course of study in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Experience in differentiating instruction.
• Prioritizing and examining inclusive curricula, teaching practice, and environment.
• Ongoing communication and conferencing with parents.
• Advising and mentoring a group of students in the life skills program.
• Conferencing with students and colleagues as required.
• Weekly collaboration with teaching partners to maintain and develop consistency within course offerings.
• Active participation in the curricular improvement of the department.
• Willingness to initiate or participate in co-curricular activities such as Science Olympiad, Global Education Trips/Discovery Week, Camp, Math Team, or Coaching Athletics.

Benefits

• The long-term sub rate is $250 per day.
• This position is not eligible for benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree