What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upper School Physics Teacher position at Menlo School?
Menlo School seeks an Upper School Physics teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate would possess at least three years of teaching experience, would have a graduate degree, and would be able to teach Conceptual Physics to 9th graders and advanced Physics to upperclassmen. In addition to teaching four classes, full-time faculty members also oversee a 10-12-student advocacy group, and participate actively in other aspects of Menlo’s student life program.
We look for educators who:
Will inspire and support our students and be active participants in our student life program and in other aspects of our vibrant learning community.
Share our dedication to cultivating an ever more heterogeneous and inclusive community while committing to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Actively cultivate environments that empower girls and students from underrepresented backgrounds so that all students will see and counter gender and race biases in group work at school and beyond, and are deeply invested in teaching in ways that recognize the implicit biases they and the world hold, to engage students in culturally competent ways.
Will work to be inclusive so that every student can see themself in their classrooms, the curricula, and their disciplines.
Are highly collaborative with other community members both within their own department and in the School community as a whole.
Are committed to professional growth in their discipline and in their teaching practice.
Are passionate about teaching, experts in their fields, and dedicated to helping all students achieve their personal best.
Will embody the heart of Menlo School by promoting collegial, respectful and supportive relationships.
To be considered for this position please submit your resume and cover letter through our portal.
We look forward to hearing from you!
About us:
Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Loc
