2026-2027 Lower School Teacher
About The Position
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
- 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
Nice To Haves
- An advanced degree is desirable
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
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
