High School Physics Teacher

Oakwood School (Morgan Hill, CA); Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakwood School is seeking a full-time high school physics teacher for the 2025-26 academic year. The role includes teaching various physics courses, advising students, and contributing to the Science Department's mission. Applicants should have a strong educational background and teaching experience.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403b Retirement Plan

Paid Sick Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Tuition Remission for Dependents

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years teaching experience at secondary level.
• Experience running a safe and engaging high school physics lab.

Responsibilities

• Teach six sections of physics and science electives.
• Conduct hands-on lab activities to engage students.
• Serve as a high school advisor for a cohort of students.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physics

Advanced Degree Preferred

Job description

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Oakwood School is an independent, non-sectarian, college-preparatory school for students in preschool through twelfth grade. Students come to Oakwood for an outstanding, balanced academic program led by expert, passionate teachers who foster confident self-expression and self-discovery. Our diverse community, thriving on an expansive campus, provides a home for an extended family of learners. Here, we share our unwavering commitment to a more intentional education.

Located in beautiful suburban Morgan Hill, CA, Oakwood offers its faculty convenient access to many amenities, such as shops, restaurants, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities. The world-class resources of Silicon Valley, Stanford University, the University of California-Berkeley, San Francisco, and the entire Bay Area are only a short drive away.

Oakwood is seeking a full-time high school physics teacher. This position starts in the 2025-26 school year, beginning in August 2025.

SUMMARY

Oakwood School seeks a qualified and passionate expert to join the Science Department at the high school level. This full-time position includes teaching six out of eight periods (core and elective), as well as serving as a high school advisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach six total sections, in some combination of 9th Conceptual Physics, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, and science electives (selected based on both teacher and student interest)
• Contribute to the missions of the school and the Science Department
• Promote a learner-centered approach to instruction
• Create engaging lesson plans and activities, provide timely feedback on homework and exams, and write comments for each student at the end of each grading period
• Conduct regular hands-on lab activities to drive student engagement and engender acquisition of content
• Serve as a High School Advisor as the first line of communication and support for a small cohort of students and families (grade to be determined after hiring)
• Collaborate enthusiastically with colleagues
• Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues in a timely and professional manner
• Chaperone three social events each year
• Fulfill campus responsibilities including break supervision, crosswalk duty, or other duties as assigned
• Participate in Admission events, including Open House, New Student Orientation, and applicant interviews
• Attend various staff meetings, Back-to-School Nights, commencement ceremony, and other events as directed
• Write college recommendation letters as required
  
  
  

SKILLS

Required

• Experience running a safe and engaging high school physics lab, including the inventory, setup, and operation of all apparati
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Demonstrated interest in being part of a collaborative team
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy in all aspects of work
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and the integrity of all aspects of information disseminated within or external to the school community
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to being part of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community
  
  
  

Useful/Preferred

• Demonstrated confidence and aptitude with the use of instructional technology
  
  
  

Required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in physics, engineering, mathematics, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• A minimum of 5-years of previous teaching experience at the secondary level or equivalent professional experience relevant to working with high school students
• Content and pedagogical expertise
  
  
  

Useful/Preferred

• Valid teaching credential
• Experience advising high school students' academic and social/emotional development
• Experience contributing to co-curricular activities like club advising or athletics coaching
  
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with arms and hands, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-30 pounds
• Ability to speak, hear, and see near and far
• Ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to escort students to different classes, to recess and to field trips, etc
• Ability to perform repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement to work on computer and/or related office equipment
• Ability to work at a desk/computer for extended periods of time
• Occasional to frequent interruptions
• Ability to adapt to a variety of different environments with varying levels of noise, temperature, physical space, etc
  
  
  

COMPENSATION

This position has an expected salary range of $52,000 to $96,000.

BENEFITS

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403b retirement plan with employer match, paid sick leave, professional development opportunities, and on-site cardio and weight room.

Dependent children of employees receive tuition remission (one child no-cost tuition/full-time employee), financial aid and scholarship opportunities, and on-site before and after school care. Please visit Oakwood's Employment webpage to learn more and access a full listing of benefits.

Oakwood School is dedicated to a culture of dignity and inclusion for all and is honored to be an equal opportunity employer.

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