August 2026-December 2026 

The San Francisco Friends School (SFFS), located in the heart of the Mission District in San Francisco, educates K-8 students in the tradition of Quaker learning. By example and commitment, we hope to inspire all connected with our school to work together toward a peaceful and caring society. For further information about San Francisco Friends School’s beginnings, mission, and philosophy, please visit our website at www.sffriendsschool.org.

The school seeks teachers who resonate with the Friends School mission, which provides an exemplary education in a community dedicated to problem-solving, service to others, simplicity, social justice, and quiet reflection. Our Quaker mission also compels us to create a diverse and inclusive community; we seek a person who will thrive and contribute to such a community, both within and beyond the walls of the school.

Job Summary:

San Francisco Friends School seeks an experienced Interim Middle School math teacher who is compelled by the school’s mission and committed to progressive math education to serve as a long-term substitute teacher for 5th-Grade Math.

Mathematics at Friends is an inquiry-based, conceptual, hands-on program where students grapple with problems and make meaning of the mathematics for themselves. We strive to build the capacity in students to think mathematically, solve problems with confidence, and love mathematics. 

Teachers are engaged in regular collaboration, curriculum development, and pedagogical reflection to offer the most meaningful, responsive, and student-centered program possible.  Teachers work in cross-disciplinary teams to develop and implement curricula aimed at examining relevant contemporary topics in their full complexity. Timely communication, patience, humility, willingness to listen, and the ability to problem-solve with peers are at the core of this work

Candidates should have a strong math background and be invested in collaborating with colleagues and working closely with students. While the curriculum goals and lessons for the remainder of the year will already be established, the interim teacher will review and prepare thoroughly for all daily lessons and will be ready to make any necessary curricular adjustments in the first semester.  

Math Department Responsibilities:

• Classroom teaching at the Middle School level: 5th-grade Mathematics
• Providing positive, constructive feedback and assessing student progress.
• Fostering collaboration and positive behavior in the student community through strong classroom management.
• Support close teamwork for curriculum development, committee involvement, and student assessment 
• Help organize and lead middle school-wide, fun math-focused events
• Prepare timely and attentive parent communications, including quarterly student progress reports 
• Engage with parents and guardians about math content, approach, and philosophy in both proactive and responsive ways, including an evening event 
• Participating in community-building efforts, service learning, admissions, and school-wide events, including possible evening and weekend events. 

Duties and Responsibilities Outside of the Department

• Serve as a middle school advisor, supporting a small group of students academically, socially, and emotionally throughout the school year. Facilitate three weekly advisory meetings, prepare advisees for student-led conferences in the Fall semester, maintain consistent family communication, foster a strong sense of belonging and a growth mindset.
• Collaborate with fellow middle school teachers to plan interdisciplinary units
• Support and participate in school-wide events, service learning, and community-building activities and events, including evening and weekend events.
• Attend and participate in weekly faculty and staff meetings and bi-monthly division meetings
• Supervise students during breaks and lunch periods
• Foster a classroom culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and affirming of all students’ identities and backgrounds.
• Integrate culturally responsive pedagogy and reflect on teaching practice through the lens of equity and justice.
• Attend annual 5th-grade Field Studies overnight program, as well as various field-based curricular and cultural explorations

EEO Commitment: 

The San Francisco Friends School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. The school also makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities; candidates who need accommodations in order to apply for this position should request an accommodation as part of the submission of interest.

Employment Clearances required:

• SB 848 Reference Check
• Livescan Background
• US Employment eligibility
• TB Clearance certificate

Qualifications

Must demonstrate: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher, in a math-related field preferred
• Late elementary or middle school teaching experience in mathematics
• Ability to engage, support, and motivate students of all abilities and differentiate instruction within the classroom.
• Ability to integrate culturally responsive pedagogy and reflect on teaching practice through the lens of equity and justice.
• A love and appreciation for middle school
• Openness to Quaker philosophy and a commitment to inclusivity
• Highly collaborative and creative team player
• Experience working and communicating with diverse groups of students and adults.

Preferred Qualities:

• Four or more years of experience teaching middle school math
• Advanced degree in mathematics or mathematics education 
• Knowledge of current pedagogy and facility with hands-on and project-based instruction
• Ability to communicate with families in Spanish

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