PA Certified_HS Physics Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

American Paradigm Schools
8101 Castor Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19152

Discovering Excellence Through Cultivating Differences

American Paradigm Schools are dedicated to equity and excellence for all learners while celebrating the uniqueness of our communities. Our values drive our dedication to providing a world-class education.

Position: Physics Teacher

Position Type: Full Time

Position Location (School): Tacony Academy Charter High School

Department: Teacher

Reports To: Principal

Employment Status: Exempt

Employment Duration: 10 Months

Position Summary

The Physics Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering engaging, standards-aligned physics instruction that promotes critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and problem-solving skills. The Physics Teacher creates and implements lessons aligned with Pennsylvania Academic Standards and Keystone Assessment Anchors, while fostering a classroom environment that supports student achievement and scientific exploration. The Physics Teacher also works collaboratively with colleagues to support school-wide goals and student success.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a scope and sequence aligned with Pennsylvania Academic Standards and Keystone Assessment Anchors for Physics.
• Create weekly lesson plans aligned with state standards, district curriculum, and APS instructional expectations.
• Deliver rigorous instruction in physics concepts, including motion, forces, energy, electricity, magnetism, waves, and modern physics.
• Incorporate laboratory investigations, demonstrations, and hands-on learning experiences to support student understanding.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Grade assignments, assessments, laboratory reports, and projects, providing timely and meaningful feedback.
• Analyze student performance data to inform instruction and support student growth.
• Communicate regularly with students, families, and staff regarding academic progress and expectations.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, department members, ESL teachers, and Special Education teachers.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students that support a safe and productive learning environment.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and after-school events as required.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students during classroom and laboratory activities.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with all school and district policies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Physics and Physical Science Content Knowledge
• Customer and Personal Service
• Education and Training
• Computers and Electronics
• Instructing
• Psychology
• Mathematics
• Public Safety and Security
• Scientific Inquiry and Laboratory Safety
• Social Perceptiveness
• Monitoring
• Complex Problem Solving
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Systems Analysis and Evaluation
• Effective Communication and Collaboration

Technology Skills

• Google Workspace for Education
• Student Information Systems
• Student Intervention Programs
• Interactive Whiteboards and Document Cameras
• Physics Simulations and Educational Technology Platforms
• Projector, Laptop, Copier
• Data Collection and Laboratory Technology Tools

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Physics Education, Science Education, or a related field
• Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in Physics (Grades 7-12) or appropriate Science Certification
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pennsylvania Science Standards and Keystone Exams

Physical Requirements

• Sitting
• Walking
• Standing
• Talking
• Pushing
• Driving
• Lifting 20-25 lbs.
• Moving Up and Down from a Seated Position
• Restraining
• Walking Up and Down Stairs

American Paradigm Schools are Caring School Communities

Relationships are the foundation of classroom and school life and underpin teaching, learning, and prosocial development. Building relationships and fostering students' sense of community are a critical part of our work at APS and, as such, we have partnered with the Collaborative Classroom to implement the Caring School Community Model in all of our schools.

The Caring School Community model builds positive classroom and schoolwide communities while developing students' social and emotional learning (SEL) skills and competencies. It is designed to help students become caring, responsible members of their school communities and, ultimately, to grow into humane, principled, and skilled citizens of a democratic society. The lessons in the program help faculty and staff create a warm, safe, and disciplined school environment where all community members can develop the skills and dispositions they need to interact constructively with others.

All employees at American Paradigm Schools are expected to be true champions of the Caring School Community Program.