Physics Teacher, Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia

Posted by Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia on July 17, 2017

Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia, a college preparatory school, is dedicated to serving boys who live in the City of Philadelphia. We are committed to fostering our students’ success through college graduation, and that begins with a strong academic foundation. Boys’ Latin offers students a rigorous classical education using contemporary pedagogy that prepares them for college matriculation and sets high standards for achievement, character development, and emotional intelligence. We emphasize the value of brotherhood and nurture a community of young men who value academic success, hard work, and the development of their intellectual, moral, social, creative, and athletic potential. Boys’ Latin is a school where young men prepare to become leaders through challenging coursework within a supportive environment. Our curriculum blends liberal arts, classical studies, and state-of-the-art technology as we cultivate world citizens for the twenty-first century. We believe that through courage, curiosity, compassion, integrity, and perseverance, our students will embrace our mantra that Every Man is the Architect of His Own Fortune.

Job Title: Physics Teacher, Full-Time

Position Overview
Boys’ Latin seeks a Physics Teacher to focus on the development of scientists and problem-solvers at our high school. This teacher will promote and nurture the education of students by planning and differentiating rigorous courses of study; use inquiry-based methods of teaching that model scientific and engineering processes; monitor, assist with, and correct academic efforts; connect in-class learning with scientists, engineers, and experiences outside of school; create a safe environment conducive to learning; keep family members informed; providing a safe environment conducive to academic learning, risk-taking, and character development; stress rigor with well-designed assessments that challenge students to think critically and creatively.

Duties include:
 Revising curriculum according to BL guidelines, national and state standards, and exemplars.
 Developing and presenting lessons and learning in a variety of modalities including lecture, Socratic seminar, projects, exhibits, field trips, inquiry-based labs, and guest speakers.
 Creating and implementing academically rigorous lessons and assessments.
 Demonstrating relentless focus on helping students achieve.
 Using data to drive instruction, remediation, and enrichment.
 Supporting general and special ed. students in achieving academic success and growth.
 Creating a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning and risk-taking.
 Communicating students’ progress toward realizing academic goals with families.
 Conducting benchmark and standardized assessments in accordance with school policies.
 Partnering with families and staff to provide academic and emotional support/resources to students.
 Sponsoring student activities as part of school’s award-winning Leadership Academy.
 Committing to the Expanded Learning Time structure of the school.
 Enforcing Student Code of Conduct and serving as a culture keeper for the Boys’ Latin mission.

Competencies
 Unwavering commitment to the mission, students, families, and community of Boys’ Latin and to the belief that all students can learn.
 Strong desire to teach an academically intense curriculum
 Commitment to an extended school day.
 Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional.
 High level of receptivity to feedback to increase effectiveness.
 Willingness to be flexible and go above and beyond to meet the needs of Boys’ Latin students.
 Respect and humility towards all members of the Boys’ Latin community.
 Strong content knowledge.
 Well-structured organizational system that promotes as well-designed plan for instruction.
 Ability to influence and motivate students by instilling a sense of urgency.
 Strong communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively.
 PA State certification

Interested candidates should submit a completed resume, letter of interest, and copy of state certification to:

Ruth Gonzalez, 5501 Cedar Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 or rgonzalez@boyslatin.net.