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Fulfilling Sage Hill’s mission requires the support of talented educators and staff who are powerful role models and bring out the best in our students. Our teachers are dedicated and knowledgeable, compassionate and innovative, collegial and generous of spirit. They are energized by young people, adept at engaging students, and receptive to new approaches to curriculum and new teaching strategies.

Sage Hill offers an exquisitely beautiful campus just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean. Faculty and staff are encouraged to pursue opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and advancement. These may include committee positions and leadership roles on campus or in professional organizations, as well as continuing education and professional development programs. Sage Hill also offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Health Plan Transparency in Coverage
Sage Hill School complies with Federal Transparency in Coverage regulations by providing a link to machine readable files related to the health plans offered to our employees. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data including negotiated service rates, and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. Click here for the Blue Shield of California - Health Plan Transparency in Coverage.

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  • Teaching Opportunities - Updated November 19, 2025

    CURRENT OPENINGS

    A Sage Hill School faculty member is devoted to teaching and learning, supports the School’s co-curricular programs and contributes broadly to the life of the School while promoting the School’s mission. A faculty member will maintain the School’s standards of excellence and professionalism and utilize a wide range of expertise and depth of knowledge by using a strong pedagogical approach and effective assessment strategies in order to facilitate student learning. A faculty member models the School’s core values in all facets of school life and inspires community members to contribute to a culture that reflects the School’s mission.

    Upper School
    Annual 12-month salary range: $85,000 - $145,000, compensation commensurate with experience. Part-time positions will be prorated accordingly.

    English Faculty – Full-time – Start Date: July 1, 2026
    Sage Hill School has an opening for a full-time upper school English teacher for the 2026-2027 academic school year.
     
    This is an exempt, full-time, benefits eligible position.
     
    Please click here to apply for the upper school English faculty opening. 

    Science Faculty – Full-time – Start Date: July 1, 2026
    Sage Hill School has an opening for a full-time upper school Science faculty to teach five (5) sections of physics and chemistry for the 2026-2027 academic year. Robotics experience a plus.
     
    This is an exempt, full-time, benefits eligible position.
     
    Annual 12-month salary range: $85,000 - $145,000, compensation commensurate with experience.  Part-time positions will be prorated accordingly.
     
    Please click here to apply for the upper school Science faculty opening. 

    Middle School
    Annual 12-month salary range: $80,000 - $120,000, compensation commensurate with experience. Part-time positions will be prorated accordingly.

    Middle School Science Faculty – Full-time – Start Date: July 1, 2026
    Sage Hill School has an opening for a founding full-time Science teacher to open our middle school in the 2026-2027 academic year.
     
    This is an exempt, full-time, benefits eligible position. 

    Please click here to apply for the middle school Science Faculty opening.

    Middle School English Faculty – Full-time – Start Date: July 1, 2026
    Sage Hill School has an opening for a founding full-time English teacher to open our middle school in the 2026-2027 academic year.
     
    This is an exempt, full-time, benefits eligible position.
     
    Please click here to apply for the middle school English opening.

    Middle School Science Faculty – Part-time – Start Date: July 1, 2026
    Sage Hill School has an opening for a founding part-time Science teacher to teach two sections of Science to open our middle school in the 2026-2027 academic year.
     
    This is an exempt, part-time position that may be eligible for benefits.
     
    Please click here for to apply for the middle school part-time Science position.

    Grades 7-12 Spanish Teacher  – Full-time – Start date: July 1, 2026
    Sage Hill School has an opening for a full-time Spanish Language faculty to teach five (5) sections of Spanish at all levels.
     
    This is an exempt, full-time, benefits eligible position.
     
    Annual 12-month salary range: $85,000 - $145,000, compensation commensurate with experience.  Part-time positions will be prorated accordingly.
     
    Please click here to apply for the 7-12 Spanish faculty opening.

    Substitute Teacher

    This is a non-exempt position. $30/hour, no benefits.
     
    All interested candidates, please click here to apply.

  • Administration and Staff Opportunities - Updated December 19, 2025

    CURRENT OPENINGS

    Dean of Academics and Innovation – Start date – July 1, 2026
    Sage Hill School is introducing a new position, Dean of Academics and Innovation, for the 2026-2027 academic year. This position will guide innovative curriculum, pedagogy and academic systems. In addition, this position will coordinate the Standards for Exceptional Teaching at Sage Hill (SETS) to support faculty growth and evaluation. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining an updated curricular scope and sequence as well as sound academic policies and processes based on new and relevant research. Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology, experience as a high school or middle school classroom teacher and a four-year degree are required. The ideal candidate will possess superior communication skills, a high level of analytical and organizational skills, a strong understanding of independent school culture and work well with the entire school community.
     
    This is an exempt, full-time position that is benefits eligible.
     
    12-month salary range: $130,000 - $140,000 (compensation commensurate with experience)
     
    Please click here to apply for the Dean of Academics and Innovation position.

    High School – School Counselor – Part-time – Start date: August 2026
    Sage Hill School has an opening for a part-time time High School Science faculty to work approximately 20 hours a week for the 2026-2027 academic year.
     
    This is a non-exempt, part-time, benefits eligible position.
     
    Hourly rate range:  $45 - $55.
     
    Please click here to apply for the High School part-time School Counselor position.

    Athletic Trainer  - Part-time – 15-19 hours a week – Start date - Immediate
    Sage Hill School is hiring an additional part-time Athletic Trainer to support our students.  The Athletic Trainer is responsible for establishing an effective athletic training program for the School. This position will serve as the point person for all student health issues immediately following the conclusion of the school day.  The athletic trainer will work in accordance with a weekly schedule to be determined by the Athletic Director. Weekly schedules will vary according to the athletic season.
     
    This is a part-time non-exempt position that is not eligible for benefits.
     
    Hourly range: $30 - $40 (compensation is commensurate with experience)
     
    Please click here to apply for the Part-time Athletic Trainer position.

  • Coaching Opportunities - Updated December 18, 2025

    Program Head – Girls’ Basketball – Start Date – Immediate
    The Program Head for Girls’ Basketball is responsible for developing and leading the basketball program while supporting and upholding the School’s mission. This is a part-time, twelve-month position that includes coaching in season and off-season programs. Experience as a head coach and a four-year degree are required.
    This is a non-exempt part-time position that is not eligible for benefits.
    Hourly rate range: $27.00 - $30.00
    Interested candidates for the Program Head – Girls’ Basketball position, please click here to apply.

    General Coaching
    Hourly Rate Ranges: Rate commensurate with experience at Sage Hill School.
     
    Head Coach $25.00 - $27.00
    JV Head $18.00 - $20.00
    Asst. Coach $17.00 - $19.00

    Interested candidates for all coaching positions, please click here to apply.

Sage Hill School

A college preparatory independent day school for grades 7-12.

20402 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Phone: 949.219.0100  |  Fax: 949.219.1399
Sage Hill School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other School administered programs.