2025-2026 6-12 Daily Substitute Teacher (Full-Time/Benefited)

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 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 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. 

This Full-Time, benefit eligible position is a one-year assignment. Employees will have the opportunity to re-apply from year-to-year.

Requirements

 Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or in consult with the Head of Integrative Programs if 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 that fosters 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 or Master’s degree required, preferably in Education or related field
• Minimum 3 years teaching experience, specifically in the subject matter of Math/Science or Humanities
• Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the respective grade level
• Strong knowledge of scope and sequence in order to keep the class moving forward during teacher absences
• Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals
• Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet many and varied deadlines
• Ability to manage small and large groups of students in a classroom environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with students 
• Strong computer skills
• Engaging, energetic, and patient when working with students in a school setting
• Be capable of and willing to embrace Parker’s unswerving commitment to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community that creates a culture of respect for all

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.   

Additional Instructions:

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