AP Physics Teacher
Fusion Academy · Lake Forest, IL · 3 days ago
On-siteEducation$28.25/hrPart-time
About the role
Fusion Academy is a fully accredited 1-to-1 private school for grades 5–12. As an AP Physics Teacher, you'll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, design creative lessons, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Teach in a truly personalized way — one student at a time.
- Adapt lessons and assessments to meet each learner’s needs.
- Mentor each student and support their social-emotional growth.
- Build strong, consistent partnerships with parents and guardians.
- Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to campus life or culture.
- Keep student records accurate and organized.
- Invest in your own growth through reflection, feedback, and ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Science field required; advanced degrees or a teaching credential is a plus.
- Ability and willingness to teach a range of science courses (AP Physics, Biology, Chemistry) following content standards — curriculum and resources provided.
- 3 years + experience teaching at the Physics Honors level, or previous AP science teaching experience.
- Experience working with students, including those with learning differences, neurodiversity, accelerated learning needs, and/or mental health challenges.
- Mentoring experience and a passion for social-emotional learning.
- Outgoing, adaptable, and eager to thrive in a dynamic, student-centered environment.
- Skilled with technology, curious about innovation, and open to learning new tools.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- A growth mindset with the flexibility to pivot and problem-solve as needed.
Qualifications
- Florida residents require level 2 background screening through https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Vacation time (for certain positions) in accordance with company policy and state law.
- Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability.
- Tax-advantaged commuter benefits.
- Employee assistance program.
- 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility.
- Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy.
- Variable bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.
Pay
USD $28.25 - USD $28.25 /Hr.