Instructor - Physics jobs in Fort Myers, FL

About Naples Classical Academy:

 Our mission is to train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a content-rich classical education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue. Naples Classical Academy is a growing public charter school that opened in the fall of 2021 and now serves scholars grades K - 12. Our school follows a classical curriculum that includes a variety of important subjects including history, Philosophy, Language Arts, Mathematics, visual arts, science, music, physical education, and others. The essence of virtue, Western philosophy, and moral character permeates our curriculum as we seek to instill a love for knowledge and learning in our scholars.

Science at a Classical Academy

There are four distinctive elements of science at a classical school: First, knowledge of the physical word is inherently worthwhile, regardless of whether it allows us to do anything. Secondly, the science at a classical academy should be characterized by a spirit of excellence and rigor. Third, the study should be steeped in historical context, including the reading of primary resources. Finally, the study should include the philosophy of science. 

Position Overview

We seek a qualified, full-time Physics Teacher with expertise in teaching a comprehensive curriculum. The ideal candidate will cover foundational physics concepts; motion in one dimension, motion in two dimensions, forces & the laws of motion, work & energy, momentum & collisions, circular motion, gravitation, vibrations & waves, sound, light & optics, electrostatics, electrodynamics, magnetism & electromagnetism. This position reports directly to the head of school. 

Responsibilities

• Developing schedules, lesson plans, and teaching methods that will help students cover the required content and follow the curriculum with skill and fidelity.
• Managing a classroom in such a way as to create an atmosphere characterized by respect and order while fostering an essence of excellence and rigor.
• Aiding scholars in building foundational habits that cultivate the virtues of courage, honesty and perseverance.
• Contributing to the life of the school through participation in school events, clubs, and the like.
• Assisting with teacher duties outside the classroom.
• Communicating with parents, regularly and professionally, about student conduct and progress.
• Preparing and delivering lessons that are stimulating and clear.
• Comply with all relevant school policies and state and federal laws and regulations.
• Educating students on lab safety and ensuring all experiments are carried out responsibly.
• Setting up tests, assignments, experiments, and grading students fairly.
• Attending staff and parent meetings, conferences, workshops, and other professional development.
• Ensuring a safe, healthy classroom environment where learning can take place. Preparing lesson plans for substitute teachers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
• Degree in chemistry or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a classical environment preferred.
• Valid teaching license or certificate, or willingness to begin pursuing one of the various pathways to certification offered by the state. (Naples Classical is happy to help candidates identify a pathway to licensure or certification, to be obtained within the first two years of teaching).
• A willingness to work hard and maintain a positive, professional attitude and demeanor.
• A commitment to teamwork, service, leadership and growth.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• A wording understanding of childhood development, together with a deep well of patience, good humor and professionalism. Basic skills with technology.