Sun Valley Community School seeks an experienced Upper School Physics Teacher to join our Science Department. This is a full-time teaching position beginning August 10, 2026. 

Duties include teaching up to five sections of Upper School Science each term, serving as a student advisor, participating in the school’s Outdoor Program, and contributing to Upper School co-curricular offerings. For the right candidate, the position may also include Residential Life responsibilities and housing.

This position includes benefits including health insurance. SVCS has access to rental housing units throughout the Wood River Valley. Depending on availability, family size and other factors, SVCS may be able to assist new employees who are relocating from out of state with their housing transition. Should you reach the finalist stage of this search, the business office will discuss the details of this potential relocation support.  Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Interested candidates should go to our website to learn more about our school. To apply, please complete this application. Any additional questions should be directed to:

Jessica Wasilewski, Upper School Head
Sun Valley Community School
jwasilewski@communityschool.org

ABOUT SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Our philosophy? Build community. Take risks. Grow your curiosities. Pursue your passions. Aim for personal bests. We are a PreK-12 day and boarding college prep school of 450 students set in the iconic mountain resort town of Sun Valley, Idaho. Our faculty and staff are passionate about the outdoors, the arts, innovation, athletics, adventure, service, and the work they do with students. They are engaged and encouraging, and they believe in our student-centered approach.

Our students are open to new experiences, take advantage of the natural environment, thrive in a small-town community but have a solid sense of the broader world. A Sun Valley Community School experience balances intellectual inquiry with adventure. We ask students and faculty alike to push comfort zones and seek understanding. We value inclusivity, authenticity, and critical thinking.

Sun Valley Community School is an equal opportunity employer. The school encourages, seeks, and will employ applicants the school deems qualified for the position sought, regardless of age, ethnic background, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, or physical ability, with reasonable accommodation to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Candidates should value strong relationships with students, appreciate the art and craft of teaching, and approach education with enthusiasm, curiosity, and professionalism. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics or a related field and must be committed to facilitating the study of physics and physical science while also preparing students to engage with the variety of ways these topics intersect with modern life.  

At Community School, we embrace challenges, cultivate a rich life outside of school, find deep satisfaction in working with colleagues, and maintain a healthy sense of humor. Educating can be hard work, but it is also joyful and meaningful. Community School is a deeply collaborative culture, so flexibility, organization, and a strong commitment to partnering with colleagues, students, and families are central to this position. Candidates should understand and embrace the culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. Community School educates a number of competitive skiers and other athletes, so candidates should understand the demands placed on student-athletes and proactively support students who miss class due to competition or travel through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and flexible instructional practices.

About Sun Valley Community School

Since its inception in 1973, Sun Valley Community School in Sun Valley, Idaho has inspired its students to think critically, embrace challenges, and lead impactful, purposeful lives. Nestled among five mountain ranges in the heart of iconic Sun Valley, Idaho, Sun Valley Community School is a PreK–12 day and boarding college preparatory school serving approximately 450 students. Our students are intellectually curious, adventurous, and deeply engaged with both the natural world and the broader global community. At Community School, academic vigor is balanced with challenge, exploration, creativity, and authentic connection. We value critical thinking, inclusivity, collaboration, and a healthy sense of humor. Faculty and staff embrace the opportunities that come with living and working in a vibrant mountain community where meaningful relationships and life beyond the classroom matter deeply. Community School educators value meaningful relationships, intellectual curiosity, and engagement beyond the classroom. Many students are highly involved athletes — including competitive skiers and other student-athletes — and faculty work closely with students to support demanding travel a...nd competition schedules through flexibility, planning, and communication. This is a collaborative, joyful, and mission-driven school community that values both professional excellence and balance. Candidates should embrace the culture of a small independent school and the unique opportunities that come with life in Sun Valley.

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