Position Description: Saint Mary’s Hall seeks a skilled and dynamic Science teacher with a passion for all levels of Physics and Engineering, including AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism and AP Physics C: Mechanics. The ideal candidate will embody a growth-mindset and support developmentally appropriate competencies to the diverse community of learners represented at Saint Mary’s Hall.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.A. in Physics or a related field required, M.A. in Physics or a related field preferred.
• Experience in teaching coursework in Biology in addition to Physics preferred.
• Passion for the subject matter and for working with bright, motivated teenagers in a rigorous, collegepreparatory environment.
• Demonstrated work in creative and innovative approach to curriculum development and implementation.
• Successful high school or college teaching experience in Computer Science classes
• Demonstrated commitment to student wellbeing and partnership with student support services.
• Independent School experience preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work in a fastpaced environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods.
• Must be able to talk, hear, and visually interact with students, parents, coworkers, visitors, and other professionals.
• Work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and varied and diverse array of contacts.
• Have a good working knowledge of instructional technology equipment.
• Work primarily in a traditional climatecontrolled environment.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

• Teach five classes in the Upper School, providing effective and professional classroom instruction and relevant assessment.
• Serve as a community advisor to a small group of students.
• Serve as a faculty sponsor to Student Leadership organizations such as Councils and Clubs.
• Assess students to evaluate their abilities through the lens of growth mindset and global competencies.
• Establish regular and effective communication with students and parents.
• Engage in regular professional development and identifies growthbased goals.
• Participate in required nonclassroom activities including parent/teacher conferences, faculty meetings, special activities, and performance events.
• Assist in curriculum coordination and design across the divisions.
• Model nondiscriminatory and unbiased practices in all activities.
• Know and comply with SMH policies and procedures.