2026-2027 Lower School Junior Kindergarten Teacher

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 our Junior Kindergarten students on the Lower School campus. The Junior Kindergarten program follows California licensing requirements and is designed to provide a nurturing learning environment that supports the social, emotional, and academic development of our youngest learners. The ideal candidate will bring warmth, creativity, and a deep commitment to early childhood education, partnering closely with families and colleagues to ensure every child feels seen, supported, and inspired.

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 Compliance and knowledge of California licensing 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 Completed 12 or more Early Childhood Education units is required Child Development Site Supervisor permit preferred Prior early-childhood, lead 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 Understanding by Design, 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.