Description

The Lawrenceville School announces an opening for a Physics teacher.  We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, collegial individual who wants to work in a collaborative and diverse academic setting with both high school students and adults. The Lawrenceville Science Department encourages students to develop an appreciation of the nature of scientific knowledge and the practice of scientific inquiry, to be curious about the natural world, and to become scientifically-informed citizens.  

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach four sections/term; two to three preps per trimester.
• Two seasons of coaching or equivalent co-curricular commitment, including at least one season of interscholastic coaching (or the equivalent).
• Advise five to eight students.
• One evening a week of “House duty,” providing supervision in a student residence from 6-11:30 pm. 
• Faculty who reside in School-provided housing are expected to spend eight years living in one of the residential houses at some point in their career; although not necessarily starting their first year.
• Chaperone a weekend activity (dance, coffee house, etc.) twice per term.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Demonstrated success teaching Physics principles at introductory and upper levels.
• Demonstrated success teaching Physics using applied and relevant context.
• Demonstrated success teaching about the nature of scientific knowledge and scientific inquiry.
• Demonstrated success planning and facilitating collaborative, student-centered classes.
• Demonstrated success in collaboration with colleagues in curriculum development, course coverage and clearly communicating expectations to students.
• Master’s degree or higher in Physics or related field, or M. Ed. with a bachelor’s in Physics (or related field). Additional background in Chemistry, Environmental Science, and/or Engineering a plus.
• A passion for developing student interest in science and scientific inquiry.
• At least two years of high school teaching experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication (oral and written) abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, as needed and appropriate.
• Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Google suite and Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.

Work Characteristics and Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work. Must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods of time, go up and down flights of steps, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift.
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, fax machines, etc.
• Must be capable of using visual display terminal with continuous wrist movement on a keyboard
• Required to stand for long periods of time
• Required to talk, hear, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. without assistance
• Ability to see with normal parameters.
• Operates in a professional work environment
• Will work outside of normal working hours

About The Lawrenceville School

Founded in 1810, The Lawrenceville School, one of the country’s premier independent schools, is located in central New Jersey, five miles south of Princeton, 55 miles south of New York City, and 40 miles north of Philadelphia. Lawrenceville attracts outstanding students in grades 9-12, plus postgraduate students. The School’s 844 students hail from 39 states and 32 countries, with 70 percent boarding and 30 percent day students. Thirty-two percent of students receive $16.9 million in need-based financial aid grants, and 62 percent are students of color. Lawrenceville has approximately 350 full-time employees, including 110 full-time teaching faculty. Across academic, residential, and co-curricular settings, Lawrenceville challenges a diverse community of promising young people to lead lives of learning, integrity, and high purpose, inspiring the best in each to seek the best for all. Lawrenceville seeks enthusiastic, energetic, and collegial individuals who want to work with students and adults in a collaborative and inclusive academic setting. Situated on 700 acres in historical Lawrenceville in Central New Jersey, the campus is conveniently situated one hour from New York ...City and one hour from Philadelphia. Downtown Princeton is just a five-minute drive from the campus and offers numerous shops, restaurants, and cultural diversity. The Lawrenceville School is a diverse and inclusive community and makes all employment decisions without regard for an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Lawrenceville School will also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law. The Lawrenceville School conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Eligible employees receive a competitive benefit package that includes health insurance coverage, paid leave and retirement plan options, and many other valuable programs.

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