Teacher

The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is looking for dedicated, passionate, and equity-driven educators to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. As the seventh-largest school district in California, SFUSD serves more than 50,000 students across a vibrant, diverse, and culturally rich city. An SFUSD teacher is more than an instructor—you are a champion for social justice, an innovator in the classroom, and a vital part of a community committed to closing the opportunity gap and helping every student thrive. Role Summary Position Title: Classroom Teacher (Elementary, Middle, or High School) Location: Various School Sites throughout San Francisco, CA FTE: Full-Time (1.0) Reports To: School Site Principal Key Responsibilities Instruction & Student Engagement Culturally Responsive Teaching: Design and implement rigorous, engaging lesson plans that reflect and validate the diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences of SFUSD students. Data-Driven Practice: Utilize formative and summative assessments to track student progress, differentiate instruction, and provide targeted support for English Language Learners (ELL) and students with IEPs. Tech Integration: Leverage modern digital learning tools and district-provided platforms to enhance student learning and foster 21st-century skills. Classroom Culture & Equity Restorative Practices: Build a safe, inclusive, and joyful classroom community using restorative justice frameworks and positive behavior interventions. High Expectations: Maintain an environment where academic rigor goes hand-in-hand with emotional safety, ensuring every student feels capable of high-level achievement. Collaboration & Community Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): Collaborate closely with grade-level and department peers to align curriculum, share best practices, and analyze student data. Family Partnership: Proactively communicate with families and caregivers as true partners in their child’s education, respecting linguistic and cultural differences. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Credential: Valid California Teaching Credential (or eligibility for an emergency/internship credential) covering the appropriate grade level and subject area. Language Authorization: English Learner (EL) Authorization (e.g., CLAD/CTEL) is required. Desired Characteristics Equity Mindset: A deep understanding of institutional inequities and a proven commitment to disrupting them in the classroom. Resilience & Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, urban public school environment. Bilingualism: Proficiency in Cantonese, Spanish, Mandarin, Tagalog, or Vietnamese is highly valued for our immersion and biliteracy pathways. What We Offer SFUSD is committed to supporting our educators through competitive compensation, robust benefits, and continuous professional growth. Salary & Placement: Competitive salary based on a union-backed schedule (UESF) that rewards experience and advanced coursework. Comprehensive Benefits: Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents, plus enrollment in the CalSTRS retirement system. Professional Development: Dedicated coaching for new teachers, site-based professional development days, and specialized training in equity and restorative practices. Housing Support: Access to district-partnered educator housing programs and resources to help teachers live in the community they serve.