Mathematics Teacher

Overview

Exciting Opportunity at Francis Parker School in San Diego, California. Francis Parker School (Parker) seeks 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. Parker faculty are collegial and collaborative and 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. 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).

Parker seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate teacher to teach in our 6-12 Mathematics Department. The Middle School (grades 6-8) is a lively and dynamic place with a rigorous curriculum guided by a passionate and caring faculty. The Upper School (grades 9-12) is a rigorous and supportive academic environment focused on preparing students for intellectual engagement during high school and beyond.

The preferred candidate will have depth of content knowledge to teach in the Upper School while also possessing the broad teaching repertoire for a range of learners and grade levels. For the 2026-27 school year, the teaching assignment will most likely include courses in the Upper School ranging from Algebra 1 through AP Calculus BC and beyond. The exact teaching assignment is based on department needs and the candidate’s experience and skill set;

flexibility is required.

• Daily classroom instruction; including planning and teaching a challenging course of study in a developmentally appropriate manner, with experience in differentiating instruction and interactive presentation
• Prioritizing and examining inclusive curricula, teaching practice, and environment
• Ongoing communication and conferencing with parents
• Advising and mentoring a group of students in our 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

• A degree and preferably a teaching credential in Mathematics
• The ability to passionately and effectively teach both Middle and Upper School Mathematics
• 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 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 Mathematics, 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

Parker is committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a substantial compensation plan, including competitive…