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Upper School Physics Teacher
Posted: Apr. 23, 2025
Rosemont, Pennsylvania, United States
Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls’ Pre-K through 12th grade independent school in the Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls and young women. Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is dedicated to developing each student’s highest potential in intellect, character, and physical well-being.
The Agnes Irwin School is seeking a full-time Upper School Physics Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. Successful candidates will be committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of students through the mission of The Agnes Irwin School and the Core Values of Strive for Excellence, Lead with Character, Foster Trust and Community, Nurture Passions and Wellbeing, and Respect and Celebrate All.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Teach three to four sections of Upper School Physics courses, including but not limited to Physics I, Physics I Accelerated, and Physics I Honors
Teach one section of either Chemistry I or Biology I
Implement current curriculum and contribute to its ongoing development
Prepare course materials
Maintain student attendance and grade records
Evaluate and grade student work
Be available to meet individually with students during office hours and planning periods
Participate in the life of the middle and/or upper school by serving as an advisor and/or club sponsor, as necessary
Participate in all staff meetings, assemblies, and other required school functions, including occasional evening or weekend events
Work constructively with parents and colleagues
Inform parents and Division Director of students’ progress through interims, written reports, and conferences
Attend conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities, and participate in the faculty evaluation process
Assume other duties as assigned
The Ideal Candidate:
Embraces the Agnes Irwin School’s mission to empower each girl to learn, to lead, and to live a legacy, and is committed to the ethos of girls’ education
Will immerse themselves in the life of the school and share their talents as a coach, advisor, chaperone, or club sponsor
Demonstrates cross-cultural awareness and necessary skills to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences with empathy and understanding
Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team
Has experience using multiple teaching methods and strategies to reach and engage with students who have various learning styles in the classroom
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Physics and/or Mathematics, secondary education, or related discipline required; advanced degree and previous experience teaching upper school Physics and Biology or Chemistry preferred
Proficiency in the use of classroom technology: interactive smart boards, LMS, various Google and Microsoft Office applications, etc.
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and respect different values and viewpoints