About
Careers at Archer
Empower Girls to Change the World
Empowering young women to discover their passions and realize their true potential is at the core of what we do.
Join a professional community that is nationally recognized for its transformational teaching and learning. Archer faculty enjoy a vibrant professional culture fueled by a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, a spirit of innovation, and a shared belief in the capacity of every student in our care.
Even if you don’t have every qualification listed in the job descriptions, we encourage you to apply. Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Diverse backgrounds, perspectives, identities, and experiences enrich our school culture and contribute to our kind and inclusive community.
If you are new to teaching, consider our Teacher Apprentice Program (TAP). This year-long program offers aspiring teachers hands-on classroom experience under the mentorship of expert teachers.
Career Opportunities
List of 12 items.
-
Associate Director of College Guidance
Archer is seeking qualified, experienced candidates for the position of Associate Director of College Guidance, beginning in August 2026. This position reports to and collaborates closely with the Director of College Guidance to guide junior and senior classes through every aspect of the college search and application process. Strong candidates will have experience in a college admissions environment and/or college counseling office in an independent school. Candidates should also exhibit an appreciation of and respect for a diverse academic environment and learning community.
More information -
Director of Advancement
Read MoreThe Archer School for Girls is currently seeking a full-time Director of Advancement. The Director of Advancement works closely with the Head of School, the Board of Trustees, and the Advancement team to provide leadership for the School’s Advancement initiatives in building a strong culture of engagement and philanthropy throughout the School and extended community.The Director of Advancement plays a key role on the Senior Administrative team, and leads and manages the staff in the Advancement Office.The Archer School for Girls is currently in a $30 million capital campaign for an Athletics and Performance Center. The Director of Advancement will provide strategic and logistical leadership and partnership to both the Head of School and Board of Trustees toward this goal. -
English Teaching Apprentice
The Archer School for Girls seeks an English Teaching Apprentice for the 2026–2027 school year. The English Teaching Apprentice position offers the opportunity to develop expertise in teaching English Language Arts.The Teaching Apprentice gains hands-on experience by working alongside a mentor teacher to build a repertoire of forward-thinking, student-centered instructional practices. Ideal candidates have a growth mindset, a positive outlook, and a strong appreciation for the importance of contributing to a diverse and inclusive community. A passion for working with young people in a culture of teaching excellence is essential.
More information -
History Teacher and Speech/Debate Coach
The Archer School for Girls seeks a History and Speech/Debate Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching three classes of History, coaching the Middle School and Upper School debate teams, and serving as a mentor.Archer Speech and Debate is an established and growing program with strong student interest and competitive success at the local and national levels. The coach plays a central role in both sustaining and expanding the program.
More information -
Middle School English Teacher
The Archer School for Girls is seeking a full-time middle school English teacher beginning in August 2026. Archer is an educational community that supports and challenges young women to discover their passions and realize their true potential. Serving girls in grades 6-12, Archer’s ambitious program engages girls in a purposeful, inquiry-driven curriculum that fosters critical thinking and life-long intellectual curiosity.
More information -
STEAM Teaching Apprentice
The Archer School for Girls seeks a dedicated and passionate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Apprentice for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with and a deep commitment to fostering a love for STEAM disciplines in middle and upper school students and have a strong background in teaching hands-on projects, 3d design and fabrication, physical computing (e.g. Arduino, Micro:bit, etc.), basic hand tools, power tools and shop safety. This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone inclined to grow their own skills as they inspire and guide students in exploring design, technology and engineering through hands-on projects and creative problem-solving.Archer’s Teaching Apprenticeship offers new and aspiring teachers the opportunity to partner with expert educators in the classroom using the latest research on how our students learn and thrive. Apprentices get hands-on experience working alongside master faculty to develop a repertoire of future-facing educational practices.
More information -
Upper School Biology Teacher
The Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a full-time Biology teacher beginning in August 2026. The Archer School for Girls is an educational community that supports and challenges young women to discover their passions and realize their true potential. Serving 500 girls in grades 6-12, Archer’s joyful and ambitious program is founded on the latest research around how girls learn best.
More information -
Upper School Physics Teacher
The Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a full-time Physics teacher beginning in August 2026. The Archer School for Girls is an educational community that supports and challenges young women to discover their passions and realize their true potential. Serving 500 girls in grades 6-12, Archer’s joyful and ambitious program is founded on the latest research around how girls learn best.
More information -
Fitness & Wellness Teacher
The Archer School for Girls is seeking a skilled and experienced Fitness and Wellness teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position involves teaching Fitness and Human Development using a student-centered approach to middle and high school students. Responsibilities include but are not limited to teaching 4-5 classes; serving as a mentor; and coaching a co-curricular sport. Interested candidates should have skill and experience teaching traditional and nontraditional sports/fitness, desire to support student wellness and well-being, and a commitment to empowering students with life-long healthy habits of mind.
More information -
Fitness & Wellness Teaching Apprentice
The Archer School for Girls seeks a Fitness and Wellness Teaching Apprentice for the 2026–2027 school year. The Fitness and Wellness Teaching Apprentice position offers the opportunity to develop expertise in teaching athletics and human development courses, from flag football and pickleball to mental health and media literacy. We are looking for a candidate with a solid foundation in these subjects.The Teaching Apprentice gains hands-on experience by working alongside a mentor teacher to build a repertoire of forward-thinking, student-centered instructional practices. Ideal candidates have a growth mindset, a positive outlook, and a strong appreciation for the importance of contributing to a diverse and inclusive community. A passion for working with young people in a culture of teaching excellence is essential.
More information -
Part-time Dance Teacher
The Archer School for Girls is seeking an enthusiastic and talented part-time Dance Teacher to join our dynamic arts department for the 2026-2027 school year. This educator will teach three dance courses and inspire students to develop their technical skills, creativity, and confidence through movement. The ideal candidate has a passion for working with young dancers of varying skill levels, fostering student leadership, and cultivating a supportive, inclusive, and appropriately challenging learning environment.
More information -
Mathematics Long-term Substitute Teacher
The Archer School for Girls is seeking a skilled and experienced long-term substitute Mathematics teacher starting in August 2026 through November 2026. The position involves teaching Middle School Algebra 1 as well as Upper School Financial Algebra using student-centered methodologies. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching 4-5 classes, serving as an advisor, and participating in co-curricular school activities. A desire to collaborate with colleagues and a commitment to developing every student's potential are essential.
More information
Working at Archer
List of 5 frequently asked questions.
New to Teaching?
If you are an aspiring teacher who is inspired by our girl-centric mission and eager to join a vibrant professional learning community, consider applying for an Apprentice Fellowship in the Archer Institute for Teaching and Learning. Every year, we invite promising new teachers to work with our expert educators in a laboratory of inquiry-driven curriculum and instruction. Teaching Apprentices enjoy a year-long partnership with a master Archer teacher to build their teaching repertoire, including: co-teaching in the classroom, ongoing curriculum and lesson design experience, and ample focused feedback.
Humans of Archer
The individuals who make up the Archer community are unique in their stories and contributions. Collectively, they bring the Archer mission to life, empowering the next generation’s leaders and change-makers. Learn more about some of Archer's faculty and staff by clicking on their images below.
The Archer School for Girls admits students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or other legally protected status to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or other legally protected status in its hiring or in the administration of its educational policies and programs, admissions policies, financial aid programs or other school-administered programs.
The Archer School for Girls’ mission is to educate students in an environment specifically designed for girls. As such, the school will consider any candidate for admission who identifies as a girl. Once admitted to Archer, all students in good academic standing who abide by Archer’s code of conduct and who meet requirements for graduation will be eligible to receive an Archer diploma, regardless of any change in sexual identity or other legally protected status.
