U.S. History and Civics Teacher, Upper School

Upper School - San Jose, CA 95129 Overview Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $ Salary/year Position Type:
Faculty Category:
Education

Harker attracts exceptional educators who are experts in their fields, passionate about working with and guiding children, and dedicated to inspiring students to reach their fullest potential. Our teachers cultivate dynamic learning environments both inside and outside the classroom, helping students find their place and their unique talents in today’s world. Like our students, Harker educators value community and teamwork, recognizing their vital role in fostering a growth mindset.

We seek to hire a highly qualified individual for a full‑time position teaching United States History and Civics at our Upper School Campus, beginning in August 2026 for the 2026–2027 school year.

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• Has, at minimum, a bachelor's degree in the subject area taught; MA preferred
• Has three+ years of teaching experience in relevant subject areas and appropriate grade‑level division
• Has the ability to create and communicate well‑organized, meaningful, and creative lesson plans that thoughtfully incorporate teaching strategies to further and maximize student learning
• Demonstrates collaboration, collegiality, and organization

Harker is a coeducational, non‑sectarian, college preparatory school serving TK through grade 12. Harker has three campuses (lower, middle, and upper schools) located within minutes of each other in San Jose. For over 100 years, Harker's mission has remained constant: to create an environment that promotes academic excellence, inspires intellectual curiosity, expects personal accountability, and forever instills a genuine passion for learning.

We’re tremendously proud of our century‑old tradition of excellence in education and the international recognition our students, faculty, and programs have earned.

Our mission is to educate students for success at college and beyond and to foster kindness, respect, and integrity within a safe and nurturing environment. We achieve academic excellence through the development of intellectual curiosity, personal accountability, and love of learning. Our comprehensive program and exceptional faculty and staff help students discover, develop, and enjoy their unique talents. We honor individuality, embrace diversity, and promote leadership and service, preparing students to take their place as global citizens.