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The Parker journey begins with who we are—an aspirational community of people deeply invested in preparing each child to develop the intellect, strength of character, and humanity necessary to make a meaningful difference in the world.
Francis Parker School's faculty and staff are our most valuable asset. Our goal is to be an inclusive community where all members feel welcomed, valued, and respected.
"Having opportunities to further develop my technical skill sets, whether it was discovering the deeper features of the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 experience or developing proficiency with Solidworks, has been instrumental in my professional growth."
FACULTY POSITIONS
Of the 155 teaching faculty members at our two campuses, nearly 100 hold advanced degrees.
COACHES
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SUMMER POSITIONS
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2020 Summer Program Yoga Lead Instructor (Upper School, 1 pm-4 pm)
2020 Summer Program Spanish Intensive Lead Instructor (8:30 am-12:30 pm, Middle/Upper School)
2020 Camp Parker and Extended Day Counselor (12:30-5:30 pm, Middle School)
2020 Summer Program Digital Photography Lead Instructor (8:30 am-12:30 pm, Middle School)
2020 Summer Program Photography Technician (8:30 am-12:30 pm, Middle/Upper School)
2020 Summer at Parker Office Assistant (7:30 am-4 pm, Lower School)
2020 Summer Fun! Program Afternoon Extended Day Counselor (12:30-4:30 pm, Lower School)
2020 Summer Program Afternoon and Extended Day Counselor (Lower School)
2020 Summer Program Environmental Sustainability Instructor (Middle /Upper School)
2020 Summer Program Jr. Lancer Cheer Lead Instructor (Lower //Middle School)
2020 Summer Program (Forest Kindergarten and Peace of Nature) and Extended Morning Care Aide
2020 Summer Program Jr. Lancer Cheer Associate Instructor (Lower //Middle School)
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for employment as a Substitute Teacher, please send an email inquiry to the Head of the School division at which you wish to teach (Lower, Middle, Upper) to request a meeting.
Please attach a cover letter and resume to your email request. You can find the contact information from our Leadership Team page.
Once your material has been reviewed, if an interview is desired, you will be contacted to schedule an onsite interview. You may follow-up on the status of your application by contacting the Administrative Assistant for the School at which you applied.
Before You Begin Working
Francis Parker School is ranked as the #1 K-12 private school in the San Diego area, according to Niche.
BENEFITS
The quality of faculty, staff, and administrators is the cornerstone of our School's ongoing success, and Parker is committed to providing competitive compensation and benefits for all employees. The following benefits are provided to full-time employees (pro-rated benefits are provided for some part-time positions):
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (100% employer-paid)
- Group Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability (100% employer-paid)
- Voluntary Life Insurance (employee-paid)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Health Care and Dependent Care
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Travel Assistance
- Will Preparation Program
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match and Defined Contribution
- Group and Individual Financial Planning Sessions
- Sick Leave (for all positions)
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation Leave (for non-faculty positions)
- Generous Paid Holidays
- Tuition Remission
- Discounts on After-School and Summer Programs
- Financial Support for Advanced Degrees and Other Professional Development Opportunities
- Exciting Wellness Program, including All-School MeetUp Parker Activities
- Employee discounts on Local Area Attractions
- Gym Discounts
- Free Lunch on Campus
- On-Site/Free Parking
- Friendly Work Environment!
I have never worked in such a supportive environment. Everyone is so dedicated to student learning and growth. We are always sharing ideas on how to enhance our teaching.
Research shows that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment is critical to student success and a marker of educational excellence.
One crucial component in creating such an environment is having a diverse faculty and staff that reflects the beautiful mosaic of students we teach. As such, we are participating in the second annual Southern California Diversity Recruiting Fair 2020 to recruit faculty, staff, and administrators from underrepresented groups. More than 40 other independent schools in Los Angeles are also participating.
The fair will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Harvard-Westlake’s Upper School Campus, 3700 Coldwater Canyon Avenue, Studio City, CA 91604. In addition to the fair, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in panel discussions on a variety of topics relevant to working in an independent school. Please see the attached flyer with the details.
On Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020, anyone interested in working as faculty, staff, or administrators in an independent school in the San Diego area, and particularly for those from underrepresented groups and non-traditional fields, is invited to attend the San Diego Area Independent School Diversity Recruiting Fair.
WHEN: Saturday, February 8, 2020
9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Coffee & Registration
9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Panel & Q&A
10:30 a.m. –12:15 p.m. Job Fair
WHERE: The Bishop’s School – 7607 La Jolla Blvd. La Jolla, CA 92037
COST: Free
WHAT: The fair will begin with a 60-minute panel presentation and Q&A by teachers who came to independent schools through unexpected paths.
In addition to the panel presentation and the opportunity to talk to representatives from different San Diego independent schools about current and future positions, attendees will receive handouts about working in independent schools.
See www.bishops.com/about/diversity-hiring-fair for additional information, including an RSVP button.
San Diego is one of the safest large U.S. cities. According to the City Crime 2014 Rankings calculated by CQ Press, San Diego ranks as the fourth safest city among cities with a population of 500,000 or more.
LIVING IN SAN DIEGO
If you love a sunshine-filled, 75-degree day, this is the city for you.
San Diego is much more than its near-perfect weather. Our beloved county has 50 sun-soaked miles of coastline, a thriving food and arts scene, dozens of museums, and a major emphasis on health and wellness activities such as cycling, yoga, hiking, kayaking, and surfing.
Parker's campuses are located in the Mission Hills and Linda Vista neighborhoods, which are within a couple minutes of five of San Diego's major freeways. Our families and faculty live in over 80 different zip codes across the county. No matter which way you turn, there is a neighborhood close to our school for you to call home.