Mathematics Teacher, Upper School (Temporary Leave Replacement

Job Details

Job Location:

Upper School - San Jose, CA 95129

Position Type:
Faculty Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $ Salary 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, temporary Upper School Mathematics Teacher position. This is a leave replacement covering November 2, 2026, through April 5, 2027.

The salary for this position will be prorated based on the portion of the school year worked, using the pay range provided in this posting. Actual compensation will be determined by applicable education and experience, as determined by the Human Resources Department.

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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.

Pay for this position is determined according to The Harker School's established pay scale and is based on relevant education and experience, as evaluated by the Human Resources Department. The posted pay range reflects the full pay scale for this position. While the maximum rate is included for transparency, most new hires can expect to fall within the lower to middle portion of the pay scale based on their qualifications and experience.