Grade 8 Girls P.E. Teacher, Middle School

Harker; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and qualified 8th grade girls PE Teacher for its Middle School. This full-time position, starting in August 2025, offers an opportunity to inspire students and cultivate a dynamic learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree, preferably a master's, and have over three years of teaching experience. Join a community that values collaboration and creativity, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of students in a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree required; MA preferred.
• 3+ years of teaching experience in relevant subjects.

Responsibilities

• Create and communicate well-organized lesson plans.
• Foster a dynamic learning environment for students.

Skills

Lesson Planning

Collaboration

Organization

Teaching Strategies

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Middle School - San Jose, CA

Salary Range: $75,000 - $112,500

Description

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 are seeking a highly qualified candidate for a full-time 8th grade girls PE Teacher position at our Middle School campus, beginning in August 2025 for the 2025–2026 school year.

Qualifications

• 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

About The Harker School

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.

Our Mission

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.