UPPER SCHOOL PHYSICS TEACHER
Location
Santa Barbara, CA | United States
Job description
Laguna Blanca School is seeking a full time US Physics and Science Instructor beginning in August 2024. Our Laguna Blanca US Physics Teacher will instruct 11th and 12th grade Physics, Physics Honors and AP Physics C and Mechanics. There are opportunities to teach astronomy, engineering and other STEM based electives.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Delivers excellence in US science classroom instruction and ensures the following:
- Creates multifaceted assessments that not only speak to students’ content acquisition, but the process skills of science
- Understands thematic instruction and the use of interdisciplinary units to contextualize students’ science education
- Works to intertwine experimental design and inquiry into student’s lab experiences
Delivers physics instruction through various modalities including project-based learning methods. The position requires and is not limited to proficiency in the following areas:
- Algebra/trigonometry skills for an advanced mechanics course
- Calculus skills for AP Physics C
- Kinematics of motion with constant acceleration
- Newton’s laws and their application in problem-solving
- Laws of conservation of energy and momentum and their application in problem-solving
- A passion for the cosmos!
As a full-time position that will work in the Upper School division, the instructor must have a passion for instructing students. Laguna seeks a teacher who:
- Teaches existing curriculum, and will develop curriculum that focuses students on the design thinking process and meets Laguna Blanca’s pedagogical standards. Develops a curriculum that is vertically aligned. Is eager to collaborate with colleagues in a process that strives for interdisciplinary connections, enhances existing programs, and meshes with existing courses.
- Creates curriculum to help students work both collaboratively and individually to solve complex authentic problems.
- Creates a classroom environment that is safe, conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and assessments, which meet the needs of the spectrum of students enrolled at Laguna Blanca School.
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons, curricular units, and projects.
- Facilitates, creates, and participates in related admission activities, clubs, competitions, and outreach events.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience. Formal education in science is required.
EXPERIENCE: Teaching experience is preferred, as is a teaching credential, but subject area experience and a willingness to develop instructional skills will also be considered.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES: Knowledge of the current theories, techniques and methodologies of physics. We require a person with a passion for all things physics-related and some experience working within Innovation Centers geared towards students as designers.
This position requires someone with a magnetic personality that can draw students into exploring the natural world. The position will require someone who can adjust to the needs and interests of students and has the ability to learn new and complex technology as it presents itself.
Teachers at Laguna Blanca:
- Encourage a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice
- Exhibit knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles
- Communicate effectively with students and families about classroom activities and student progress
- Demonstrate content knowledge
- Set high academic achievement expectations
- Identify and support students’ social, emotional, and behavior learning needs
- Implement project- based learning techniques and strategies
- Facilitate and design effective group work
- Provide timely feedback and collaborate with faculty to offer specialized support
- Foster student growth through semi-annual Student-Led Conferences (SLC) and presentations of learning.
- Showcase student work within the community
- Scaffold instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities
- Differentiate instruction based on feedback, needs, and learning levels
- Provide opportunities for student engagement through “voice and choice”
- Create relevant and authentic learning experiences
- Implement backward design to align all lessons, activities, and assessments
- Design formal and informal assessments that measure student progress
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
- Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency
COMPENSATION
Salary range $50,000 - $105,000 depending on experience and credentials. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement.
Laguna Blanca School does not discriminate based on gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy includes but is not limited to admission, financial aid, educational programs, athletics, and employment.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience. Formal education in science is required.
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$50k - $105k
