2026-2027 6-12 Daily Substitute Teacher (Full-Time/Benefited) in San Diego, California at Francis Parker School

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 dynamic, engaging learning environment. 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 Francis Parker School:

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:

The 6-12 Full-Time/Benefitted Daily Substitute Teacher position is responsible for providing instruction and managing classroom environments for grades 6-12 in the absence of the regular teacher. This position functions as a full-time substitute teacher for the school year. The hours for this position are Monday-Friday: 7:45 am – 4:15 pm.

Current professional certification is not required to serve as a 6-12 Full-Time/Benefitted Daily Substitute Teacher, however, candidates with credentialing are preferred. 6-12 Full-Time/Benefitted Daily Substitute Teachers are expected to commit to this role for the academic year that they are appointed, with the possibility to extend the employment period by mutual agreement.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or in consultation with the Head of Integrative Programs, if a lesson plan is not provided
• Maintain a respectful and orderly classroom, and follow classroom and school procedures as directed by the School; Organize students for effective instruction
• Maintains discipline and classroom control to foster a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff, in accordance with School policies.
• Contribute to student learning, growth, and advancement
• Demonstrate the ability to learn and convey a variety subject matters quickly, while adhering to School processes and protocols
• Maintain a positive mindset toward student learning, teaching practice, and professional development
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the Head of Integrative Programs as soon as is reasonably possible
• Leave notes for the regular teacher at the end of the teaching day using “Exit Pass.”
• Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards parents, students, and administrators
• Keep records on attendance, accidents, and incidents
• Ensure the safety of students at all times
• Facilitate problem-solving
• Serve as a role model to students
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; teaching credential is preferred
• Prior classroom teaching experience is required
• The ability to passionately and effectively guide a broad range of student ages
• The ability to serve as an advisor and mentor if needed in the Middle School or Upper School
• A strong and sincere commitment to professional development, both in pedagogy and content area
• A commitment to a multicultural curriculum and culturally responsive teaching experience is 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 education, 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

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.

Salary: $72,000 per year

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.