Physical Science / Physics Teacher

About the role

Souhegan High School seeks a student-centered educator to join its dynamic environment. The ideal candidate values flexibility, collaboration, and professionalism, and desires an opportunity for shared leadership.

Responsibilities

• Empower students with strong communication and critical thinking skills to become informed, thoughtful global citizens.
• Work with students, parents, other teachers, and staff to achieve the goals set forth in the Souhegan High School Mission Statement.
• Employ a pedagogical approach that promotes the understanding of subject matter content through clear explanations and engaging learning activities.
• Plan and administer formative and summative assessments that align with lesson objectives and vary in difficulty.
• Maintain healthy and productive professional relationships with all colleagues to enhance the school's professional culture.
• Communicate regularly with families about student performance and learning, and respond thoughtfully to their communication.
• Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined in Individual Education Plans (IEPs), 504 plans, and other support plans.
• Monitor student behavior according to established standards of conduct, reinforcing positive behavior and addressing inappropriate behavior.
• Fulfill the general duties of the position as outlined in the job description.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• State of NH Certification endorsement #1308, #1309, or #1313 (or eligible for NH Certification)
• Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by law (RSA 189:13-a)

Skills

• Promote the learning and growth of all students
• Provide high-quality and coherent instruction
• Use a variety of assessment methods to engage learners
• Ethical, skilled, and collaborative professional practices
• Expertise in the field of chemistry
• Flexibility and high adaptation skills
• Organization and communication skills

Benefits

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The contract period is based on the current collective bargaining unit agreement, and the position is exempt.