CAREERS
OUR MISSION
In a community that fosters academic excellence, ethical responsibility, and global engagement, Pacific Ridge School prepares students for college and a purposeful life.
Who We Are
Pacific Ridge School is dedicated to developing strong minds and courageous spirits, guiding students through young adulthood and beyond. Our mission shapes our academic programs, co-curricular offerings, extracurricular activities, and opportunities for exploration. Faculty and staff share this journey with students in the classroom, on stage, on the field, in the community, and across the globe.
A Community of Care
Ours is a community designed to give all its members – no matter their age or level of experience – space to grow; one that provides the opportunity to stretch, along with the support and guidance needed to do it successfully.
We are committed to the growth of our teachers and offer opportunities for professional development as well as a wealth of potential mentorship within our deeply experienced faculty. The Harkness pedagogy enhances teaching skills in all disciplines and provides interest and variety to classroom instruction.
Faculty and staff members can follow their passions as advisors to clubs and service learning groups, as coaches, and as trip leaders during global travel. There are endless ways to get involved.
We invite you to get to know us and learn more about our community!
Mr. Peeden
I've been at PRS for ten years, and the reason I love my job and stay at my job is the same: the people. Be it the people I work with, the students I teach, or the parents I get to partner with, the community at PRS is second-to-none.- Dean of faculty affairs, teacher of history
Ms. Tan
One of my favorite parts of teaching at PRS is watching students begin to see beyond their own experiences and discover their role in a global community. Through the questions they ask, the conversations they spark, and the connections they build, I see them growing into more thoughtful, empathetic, and globally engaged individuals.- teacher of English
Mr. Jones
The reason I love my job and continue to teach at Pacific Ridge are the deep bonds I have created with colleagues and students in and outside of class. These bonds are formed in my language immersion classrooms, advisory, affinity spaces, sports, affinity spaces, travel programs as well as a plethora of different spaces. This community is constantly evolving and growing but at its core the bonds that I have formed are what anchor me in my own growth and development as a teacher and most of all as an individual.
- teacher of world languages
See below for more available positions:
Employee Benefits
At Pacific Ridge School, we’re proud to offer a robust and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our employees.
Faculty (Full-Time)
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Pacific Ridge School
Summary of Benefits for full-time faculty.
- TIAA retirement plan with a 6.5% employer contribution
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Employer-subsidized premiums with HMO and PPO plans
- Voluntary Benefits:
- Employee-paid Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):
- Health Care and Dependent Care
- Health Benefits Rewards Program:
- Earn up to $200 annually
- 100% employer-paid: Basic Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- 12-month pay
- Academic Year: August – June
- 24 hours paid personal time off
- 40 hours paid sick leave
- Paid time off for school holidays
- Ongoing professional development opportunities to support continuous learning and career advancement
- Employee discounts through our partnerships with the Columbia Employee Store, Great Work Perks & Equinox Gym
- Free, daily catered lunch
Pacific Ridge School
- TIAA retirement plan with a 6.5% employer contribution
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Employer-subsidized premiums with HMO and PPO plans
- Voluntary Benefits:
- Employee-paid Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):
- Health Care and Dependent Care
- Health Benefits Rewards Program:
- Earn up to $200 annually
- 100% employer-paid: Basic Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
- 12-month pay
- Accrue up to 200 hours vacation time
- 40 hours paid sick leave
- Paid time off for 24 school holidays
- Ongoing professional development opportunities to support continuous learning and career advancement
- Employee discounts through our partnerships with the Columbia Employee Store, Great Work Perks & Equinox Gym
- Free, daily catered lunch
Administrative Positions
No current openings available at this time.
Academic Positions
Laboratory Technician and Manager (part-time): We are seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) laboratory technician and manager to assist middle and upper school science teachers in the organization, set up, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment and materials for student labs. To learn more and apply online, please click here.
Substitute Teacher (BA required): While we currently do not have positions available, we encourage you to submit your resume and stay connected with us for future opportunities. All relevant salary information is provided within the job description.
Coaching Positions
Please note that our coaching job openings have been relocated to the section above and are now accessible for you to apply online. We invite you to explore and apply through the updated listings.
After School & Summer Programs
No positions currently available.
Visual & Performing Arts
No current openings available at this time.
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North County San Diego has a laid-back SoCal vibe all its own. Beautiful beaches, lagoons, and nature preserves provide opportunities for surfing, hiking, biking, and just enjoying the out of doors. Excellent restaurants and a vibrant music and arts scene keep residents active during the week and on weekends. All of San Diego's attractions are within easy driving distance and in winter, ski slopes are only a few hours away.
There are lots of good reasons to love calling North County home!
Founded in 2007, Pacific Ridge School is a dynamic community offering many opportunities for personal & professional development. Pacific Ridge School is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions regarding recruiting, screening, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, pay, training, benefits and other conditions of employment will be made based on valid job qualifications and business reasons. All such decisions will be made without discrimination due to any characteristic or condition protected by federal state, or local law.