High School Physics Teacher

4 weeks ago

Austin, Texas, United States Austin Waldorf School Full time

Austin Waldorf School is seeking an enthusiastic high school Physics teacher to join our dedicated and collaborative faculty for the school year. Our team of specialists is looking for an applicant who is passionate about the study and teaching of physics and can render their subject to high school students in a dynamic and practical way. Preference will be given to applicants with practical expertise in Physics. Experience or knowledge in related fields such as astronomy, math and geometry, or additional expertise in other sciences, is a plus.

Requirements

  • BS in Physics or a related discipline, including at least undergraduate-level coursework and experience in practical applications of physics.
  • Knowledge of one or more scientific fields in addition to physics is a plus (astronomy, thermodynamics, kinematics). Expertise should be sufficient to teach the subject at the high school level.
  • Training in Waldorf education is ideal. Experience, familiarity, and/or genuine interest in Waldorf education and training is highly desirable.
  • At least three years of practical experience in the area of expertise and one year of teaching experience.
  • Experience with high school students.
  • Ability to illustrate, explain, and engage high school students in physics lessons by drawing concepts and understanding out of observations and activities.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent collaboration skills.
  • Good classroom management skills and an ability to maintain safety in the laboratory. Job Description

    The Austin Waldorf High School Physics educator teaches science block courses to 9th-12th graders, including Thermal Physics in the 9th grade, Kinematics and Mechanics in the 10th grade, Electricity and Magnetism in the 11th grade, and Optics and 21st Century Physics in the 12th grade. Astronomy may also be included in the scope of this position, if applicable. The physics teacher also teaches an 11th grade Physics elective that runs throughout the school year.

    Classes include theoretical instruction, research, and components of experiential education. Common class activities would be executing and writing experimental reports or drawing diagrams. The curriculum is based on a foundation of in-class demonstrations and students' experiments and is situated in the context of understanding and experiencing the living world around us.

    Benefits and Compensation:

    We offer competitive, bench-marked salaries and strong benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, tuition remission, and retirement savings matching.

    AWS is an established school community with an enrollment of over 400 students. Our picturesque 33-acre campus consists of four kindergartens, eight grade school classrooms, a nine-classroom high school, including a state-of-the-art science lab, a library, handwork room, performing arts center, gymnasium, eurythmy hall, art studio, school store, gardens, and playgrounds. Community events, such as festivals, concerts, plays, athletics, and adult education classes create an atmosphere of cultural enrichment. We are fully accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).

    The Austin Waldorf School is a non-profit organization that welcomes applicants of any religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender preference, national or ethnic origin, and any other category protected by federal, state, and local law.

    If you are interested in joining our warm and hospitable community, please visit our website to submit your AWS employment application, including your resume, three references, and a letter of intention addressed to Marie-Hélène Harlow, Pedagogical Leader.

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