AP Physics Teacher – High School

Jobtailor; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a qualified educator to join our Frisco, Texas team. The candidate will plan and deliver instruction aligned with the district curriculum, adapt lessons for diverse learners, and assess student progress. Collaboration with staff and ongoing professional development are required.

The role emphasizes classroom management, effective communication with parents, and a commitment to creating a positive, engaging learning environment for students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with endorsements or required training.
• Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned.
• Knowledge of academic subject and curriculum.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to foster intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
• Enable students to develop competencies to function in society.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and maintain written prep evidence.
• Prepare lessons with accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines and district policies.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies and materials reflecting student needs.
• Assess student learning styles and use results to plan instruction.
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula per IEPs.
• Coordinate with staff to set instructional goals and methods.
• Supervise teacher aides and volunteers as assigned.
• Use technology to strengthen teaching and learning processes.
• Help students analyze and improve study habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement via formal and informal testing.
• Participate in staff development and adhere to district regulations.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Texas teaching certificate

Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
• Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the academic subject area assigned
• Knowledge of academic subject assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills