Assoc. Professor - Physics jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Assoc. Professor - Physics teaches courses in the discipline area of physics. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Assoc. Professor - Physics provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Assoc. Professor - Physics typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and conducts research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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UPPER SCHOOL PHYSICS TEACHER
  • Laguna Blanca School
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Laguna Blanca School is a college preparatory, coeducational day school located on two campuses in Santa Barbara, California. Grades EK-4 are located on a quaint campus in Montecito, while Grades 5-12 are located on Laguna’s historic campus in idyllic Hope Ranch. Laguna Blanca emphasizes its core values of scholarship, character, balance, and community in its programs.

    Laguna Blanca School is seeking a full time US Physics and Science Instructor beginning in August 2024. Our Laguna Blanca US Physics Teacher will instruct 11th and 12th grade Physics, Physics Honors and AP Physics C and Mechanics. There are opportunities to teach astronomy, engineering and other STEM based electives.

    Contact employment@lagunablanca.org for more information.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Delivers excellence in US science classroom instruction and ensures the following:

    • Creates multifaceted assessments that not only speak to students’ content acquisition, but the process skills of science
    • Understands thematic instruction and the use of interdisciplinary units to contextualize students’ science education
    • Works to intertwine experimental design and inquiry into student’s lab experiences

    Delivers physics instruction through various modalities including project-based learning methods. The position requires and is not limited to proficiency in the following areas:

    • Algebra/trigonometry skills for an advanced mechanics course
    • Calculus skills for AP Physics C
    • Kinematics of motion with constant acceleration
    • Newton’s laws and their application in problem-solving
    • Laws of conservation of energy and momentum and their application in problem-solving
    • A passion for the cosmos!

    As a full-time position that will work in the Upper School division, the instructor must have a passion for instructing students. Laguna seeks a teacher who:

    • Teaches existing curriculum, and will develop curriculum that focuses students on the design thinking process and meets Laguna Blanca’s pedagogical standards. Develops a curriculum that is vertically aligned. Is eager to collaborate with colleagues in a process that strives for interdisciplinary connections, enhances existing programs, and meshes with existing courses.
    • Creates curriculum to help students work both collaboratively and individually to solve complex authentic problems.
    • Creates a classroom environment that is safe, conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
    • Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and assessments, which meet the needs of the spectrum of students enrolled at Laguna Blanca School.
    • Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons, curricular units, and projects.
    • Facilitates, creates, and participates in related admission activities, clubs, competitions, and outreach events.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience. Formal education in science is required.

    EXPERIENCE: Teaching experience is preferred, as is a teaching credential, but subject area experience and a willingness to develop instructional skills will also be considered.

    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES: Knowledge of the current theories, techniques and methodologies of physics. We require a person with a passion for all things physics-related and some experience working within Innovation Centers geared towards students as designers.

    This position requires someone with a magnetic personality that can draw students into exploring the natural world. The position will require someone who can adjust to the needs and interests of students and has the ability to learn new and complex technology as it presents itself.

    Teachers at Laguna Blanca:

    • Encourage a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice
    • Exhibit knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles
    • Communicate effectively with students and families about classroom activities and student progress
    • Demonstrate content knowledge
    • Set high academic achievement expectations
    • Identify and support students’ social, emotional, and behavior learning needs
    • Implement project- based learning techniques and strategies
    • Facilitate and design effective group work
    • Provide timely feedback and collaborate with faculty to offer specialized support
    • Foster student growth through semi-annual Student-Led Conferences (SLC) and presentations of learning.
    • Showcase student work within the community
    • Scaffold instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities
    • Differentiate instruction based on feedback, needs, and learning levels
    • Provide opportunities for student engagement through “voice and choice”
    • Create relevant and authentic learning experiences
    • Implement backward design to align all lessons, activities, and assessments
    • Design formal and informal assessments that measure student progress

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
    • Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency

    COMPENSATION

    Salary range $50,000 - $105,000 depending on experience and credentials. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement.

    Laguna Blanca School does not discriminate based on gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy includes but is not limited to admission, financial aid, educational programs, athletics, and employment.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $50,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 403(b) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Santa Barbara, CA 93110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

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Engineering Physics Researcher
  • Toyon
  • Goleta, CA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionU.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required.This position is in-person. Positions available in Goleta, CA and Fort Collins, CO.T...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Engineering Physics Researcher
  • Toyon Research Corporation
  • Goleta, CA FULL_TIME
  • Description:U.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required.This position is in-person. Toyon has opportunities for dynamic Engineering Physics...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Lecturer in CCS Physics
  • University of California - Santa Barbara
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position overview Position title: Lecturer Salary range: See Table 15 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time (100%) annual rate for this position is $64,329 - $79,117...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Lecturer in Physics or Astronomy
  • University of California - Santa Barbara
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position overview Position title: Temporary Lecturer in Physics or Astronomy Salary range: See Table 15 for the full salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $70,295 ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Jr. Specialist - Astrophysics and Theoretical Physics, Dept. of Physics (Pooled
  • University of California - Santa Barbara
  • Santa Barbara, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position overview Position title: Jr. Specialist Salary range: The posted UC system-wide salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 24B for the salary rang...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Instructor in Hotel and Motel Services Part-Time Pool
  • Ventura County Community College District
  • Camarillo, CA
  • Location : Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA Job Type: Part-Time Faculty Job Number: 2024-00038 Department: Districtw...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Earth Science Instructor
  • Ventura County Community College District
  • Camarillo, CA
  • Location : Moorpark College (Moorpark CA), CA Job Type: Full-Time Faculty: Tenure-Track Job Number: 2023-03305 Departmen...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Camp Counselor
  • Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Inc
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • Job Description Job Description A Day in the Life Camp Counselors work with other Education staff to lead outdoor activi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Instructor Pool - Head Women's Tennis Coach
  • Santa Barbara City College
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • Part-Time Instructor Pool - Head Women's Tennis Coach Salary: $70.98 - $93.00 Hourly Job Type: PT Credit Faculty Job Num...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Science Instructor
  • CalWest Educators Placement
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Barbara (Spanish: Santa Bárbara) is the county seat of Santa Barbara County in the U.S. state of California. Situated on a south-facing section of coastline, the longest such section on the West Coast of the United States, the city lies between the steeply rising Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Santa Barbara's climate is often described as Mediterranean, and the city has been promoted as the "American Riviera". As of 2014, the city had an estimated population of 91,196, up from 88,410 in 2010, making it the second most populous city in the county after Santa Maria. The contig...
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Income Estimation for Assoc. Professor - Physics jobs
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