Algebra 1 & Physics Teacher - Students with Learning Differences

Bayhill School; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayhill School in Berkeley, CA seeks a Math & Physics Teacher for high school students with mild/moderate learning differences. Classes will be 8–10 students; you will teach Algebra 1, Geometry, and Physics, using California and UC entry requirements as the baseline while adapting for diverse learners.

The role emphasizes engaging, accessible lessons and a supportive environment where students progress to 4-year universities, art/design programs, or trades.

Qualifications

• Must have Education Specialist Credential or Math/Science Single Subject credential.
• We will not respond to applicants without a teaching credential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students can fulfill their potential for academic achievement.

Education

Education Specialist Credential or Math/Science Single Subject

Job description

Math & Physics Teacher - High school for students with mild/moderate learning differences

Education Specialist or Single Subject teacher.

Do you have a passion for creating highly engaging lessons that make content accessible to many types of learners? Do you enjoy creating those "aha" moments in your students?

Bayhill is a small school in Berkeley, CA, for students who have struggled to learn in large traditional schools. Our bright, motivated students have learning differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, anxiety, and executive functioning challenges. They thrive in small, supportive environments where teachers create innovative and engaging lessons that capitalize on students’ natural curiosity and desire to learn. Many of our students graduate to attend 4-year universities, art and design schools, trade programs, and more.

We are looking for a teacher to teach Algebra 1, Geometry, and Physics to classes of 8-10 students. You will teach the standard curriculum that fulfills the California graduation requirements and the UC system requirements for entrance into a 4-year university, yet adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of your students.

Employee Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students can fulfill their potential for academic achievement.


• Creates and implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences


• Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs


• Demonstrates an understanding and openness to applying effective instructional strategies, accommodations, and modifications.


• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals regularly.


• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community.


• Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs


• Manages the classroom to maintain an effective learning environment of fairness, equity, and inclusion.


• Projects a positive role model image for students and colleagues by participating as a team member, cooperating with staff, demonstrating compromise and appropriate expression of opinions; attending staff meetings as required; and actively participating in all other school-related activities/functions, to include clubs, extracurricular activities, and school events (school picnic, Back to School Night, Open House, etc.)


• Utilizes the chain-of-command in all aspects of the program and follows the Staff Procedures and Expectations Manual.


• Maintains confidentiality of all student records per program guidelines.


• Completes specialized training necessary for NPS compliance or the general safety and security of students and Bayhill High School

*Applicants must have either an Education Specialist Credential, Math Single Subject, or Science Single Subject, certifying them to teach in one of 50 US States. We will not respond to applicants without a teaching credential.

*Applicants must be a legal resident or citizen of the United States. We will not respond to foreign applicants.