Posted: 14-May-26
Location: Los Altos Hills, California
Type: Contract
Salary: pay range $480 - $850 per day
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ABOUT US:
Pinewood School is a joyful and supportive K-12 community where passionate, accessible educators partner with students and families throughout their educational journey. Our three-campus school offers a balanced, challenging academic program enriched with diverse opportunities for students to explore their talents, build confidence, and develop new skills. Rooted in our historical commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals, Pinewood provides a dynamic learning environment that empowers students to grow in knowledge, character, and leadership.
Nestled in Silicon Valley, Pinewood draws a vibrant student body from the diverse communities of the San Francisco Peninsula and the greater San Jose area. Our students seek intellectual challenges and uphold a high standard of character within our nurturing environment. At Pinewood, students are encouraged to become thoughtful, expressive, and self-aware young people, prepared for success in college and life.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Pinewood School seeks a Physics Teacher (Leave Coverage) to teach AP Physics C (mechanics) and a 9th grade algebra-based physics course. This is a full-time, temporary position responsible for continuing established course plans, delivering engaging instruction, and maintaining accurate assessment and communication while the primary teacher is on leave.
The ideal candidate brings strong content knowledge, clear classroom routines, and a student-centered, inclusive approach. This role is anticipated to start on November 2 and continue through January 18.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach 1 section of AP Physics C, and 4 sections of 9th grade physics, (5 classes in total).
- Develop effective instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students
- Design and implement curriculum for a student-centered classroom
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued
and respected - Use technology effectively to communicate and to enhance teaching and learning
experiences - Communicate effectively with parents on a regular basis regarding students’ needs
and/or progress - Attend regular monthly faculty, grade level, and academic meetings
- Participate in school events
- Uphold and model Pinewood’s mission and WISCR’s: being well-rounded, an insightful
and critical thinker, self-motivated, a clear communicator, and a respectful individual.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to spend long hours in stationary positions while using computers and office equipment
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally
- Visual and auditory acuity to monitor student activities and ensure safety
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Education, or a related field is required. Master’s degree and/or a 7-12 teaching credential are desired.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in classroom teaching.
- Experience teaching AP Physics and 9th grade algebra -based Physics.
- Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
- Ability to work with multiple constituencies with professionalism, empathy, humility, calm, and strategic direction- parents, teachers, students, outside specialists, and the administrative leadership team.
