Physics Teacher - Middle School

About the role

BASIS is seeking a Middle School Physics Teacher in the West Phoenix Metro Area to join our team. The role of the Physics Teacher (Subject Expert Teacher) is to ensure the day-to-day exceptional education of students by preparing and facilitating subject-specific lesson plans. Subject Expert Teachers implement the established BASIS Curriculum while tailoring specific topics to integrate their knowledge and passion for the subject.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade-specific lesson plans
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students' education is internationally competitive
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to further develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like-minded professionals passionate about education
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students' academic and career success
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students
• Support the execution of non-instructional functions, such as "Early Bird," "Late Bird," and lunch
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Physics (or 24+ credit hours in Physics with other degree)
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Physics, Education, or related field (preferred)
• 2+ years teaching/education experience (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience
• Employer-paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Ability to add dependents to benefits
• 401k with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

About BASIS Ed

BASIS Charter Schools embrace subject expertise and passion in the classroom! Our teachers are part of one of the nation’s most collaborative and professional learning communities. All of our schools use the acclaimed BASIS Charter School Curriculum. At the same time, our teachers are given the autonomy and academic freedom to teach in the manner that suits them. They choose how best to create dynamic lessons that foster student enthusiasm for new ideas and high-level learning. They help guide students to reach their greatest potential while preparing them for the demands of higher education, a rewarding career, and global citizenship. BASIS Charter School teachers spend their time teaching engaged students and teaming up with fellow educators — creating an intellectual, inspiring, supportive, and collegial school community.

Testimonials

"I’m finding that students at BASIS are excited to be at BASIS. They are excited to learn. They’re ready to learn. They want to give their best effort. And that’s not something you’ll find everywhere."

Michelle Lewis, Subject Expert Teacher, BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City

"My students have hit a critical mass. They are not necessarily smarter than other students, but they are willing to work harder. They are competitive, but they challenge and support each other."

TJ Peacher, Subject Expert Teacher, BASIS Scottsdale

"I worked in a public school for five years, and left because I felt frustrated. I was told to do things in my classroom that I did not feel were the best use of my students’ precious time. Today, my students are fully engaged in learning from bell to bell."

Donna Merchant, Subject Expert Teacher, BASIS Tucson Primary

"The fact that we set such high expectations from the beginning and do not back down from them is one of the reasons why BASIS Charter Schools have been able to succeed. Students will always respond to the level of expectations you set for them. If you set low expectations, that’s all they will achieve. If you set a high bar, they will climb that high."

Kevin Matthews, Subject Expert Teacher, BASIS Tucson North

"I like the kids here, I really do. We’ve got bright kids who work hard and are able to master advanced skills and abilities. They rise up quickly when they are instructed well and challenged."

Ron Thrasher, Subject Expert Teacher, BASIS Peoria

"My favorite part of teaching at BASIS Charter Schools is seeing the children progress and grow every year. I get motivated and excited every year to create fun activities for the kids. I love seeing their curiosity and creativity."

Adette Sulit, Kindergarten Expert Teacher, BASIS Scottsdale Primary East