HS Physics Teacher — Data-Driven, Equity-Focused

Cristo Rey Jesuit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston seeks a dedicated High School Physics Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role emphasizes rigorous physics instruction within a faith-centered, Jesuit environment that prepares students for college success and meaningful service.

Responsibilities include planning, delivering, and assessing physics lessons; using data to inform instruction; and collaborating with families and colleagues to support first-generation, low-income students

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required; a Master’s Degree preferred.
• State of Texas Teacher’s Certification strongly preferred, or must have a Bachelor’s Degree in the content area and at least 12 credit hours in education.
• Candidates without state certification must complete state certification within the first two years of employment.
• 3–5 years teaching experience in marginalized communities preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop rigorous Physics lessons with a culturally relevant lens for diverse, first-generation, low-income students.
• Utilize data-driven instruction and assessment analysis to adjust teaching strategies.
• Incorporate Ignatian pedagogy to design engaging classroom experiences.
• Set and maintain high academic expectations for all students.
• Design and update course curriculum documents using backwards planning and assessment data.
• Foster relationships with families and communicate effectively to facilitate open communication.
• Hold weekly tutorial hours to provide additional instruction and support to individual students.
• Adhere to mastery-based grading policy; update grades in a timely manner.
• Communicate with parents of students failing class.
• Build rapport and trust with students; redirect behavior as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers and leaders for ongoing professional development.

Skills

Spanish proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree

Texas Teacher Certification

Education coursework (12 credit hours)

3–5 years teaching in marginalized communities

Job description

Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston seeks a dedicated High School Physics Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role emphasizes rigorous physics instruction within a faith-centered, Jesuit environment that prepares students for college success and meaningful service.

Responsibilities include planning, delivering, and assessing physics lessons; using data to inform instruction; and collaborating with families and colleagues to support first-generation, low-income students