Homeroom Associate Teacher – Junior Kindergarten

Exciting Opportunity at Francis Parker School in San Diego, California

Francis Parker School 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. Parker faculty create a dynamic, engaging learning environment and invest in professional growth. The school is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This opening is Full‑time (40 hours per week), Monday‑Friday, for the 2026‑2027 school year. The role is a Homeroom Associate Teacher in the Lower School (Junior Kindergarten). Responsibilities include contributing to and teaching lessons, coordinating curriculum, supervising carline, lunch duty, and recess.

• Partner with the Lead Teacher in daily lesson delivery, leading small groups, and facilitating whole‑class instruction.
• Contribute to curriculum development and lesson design to meet diverse learning needs.
• Foster a classroom environment where every child feels capable and seen.
• Maintain student safety and classroom discipline in partnership with the Lead Teacher.
• Manage classroom control to create a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Education.
• At least 12 units of Early Childhood Education and current CPR/First‑Aid certification.
• Teaching credential or enrollment in a credentialing program.
• Previous experience with preschool‑aged children in a school setting.
• Exceptional written communication skills and ability to communicate professionally with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.
• Strong organizational skills and time‑management.
• High computer literacy and ability to integrate educational technology.
• Self‑starter, proactive problem‑solver.
• Collaborative team player who values shared teaching approaches.

Compensation ranges from $24.25–$29.50 per hour (degree with credential in process) to $32.50–$38.75 per hour (degree with credential), based on teaching experience. Benefits include competitive salaries, TIAA retirement benefits, and full medical/dental coverage.

Francis Parker School 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.