Upper School Physics Faculty

About the role

Glenelg Country School (GCS) is an independent day school serving students from age 2 to grade 12. Our mission is to cultivate a diverse community of learners who discover, contribute, thrive, and excel. We seek two Upper School Science educators to teach Physics for the 2026-2027 school year. Teaching assignments will include multiple sections of Physics, including AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C (transitioning to AP Physics 2 in 2027-2028).

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging instruction in Physics.
• Implement teaching strategies, activities, and approaches to learning.
• Collaborate with other teachers on Physics curriculum and departmental course of study.
• Affirm and evaluate student progress.
• Supervise student behavior.
• Develop a sense of partnership with and among students.
• Exercise good judgement and maturity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A B.A. or B.S. in physics, science, or a related field is required.
• Experience working with middle or high school students is a significant advantage.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have:
• Recognize the importance of learning and motivate others by own enthusiasm.
• Manage many tasks and projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
• Create action plans to meet divisional goals and objectives.
• Effectively communicate respectfully.
• Proficiency with Office 365 and related Microsoft applications.
• An appreciation of discovery, contribution, and excellence in an educational setting.
• Flexibility and patience.
• Effective teamwork, collaboration, and partnership.
• A commitment to the holistic development of adolescents.
• A sense of adventure.

Skills

• Proficiency with Office 365 and related Microsoft applications.

Benefits

• Compensation Range: $55,000 – $90,000.
• GCS offers a robust benefits package including health insurances, retirement plan, and generous leave and holidays.