What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemistry / Physics Teacher position at Notre Dame Academy?
About NDA
Our philosophy of education at Notre Dame Academy, a college preparatory school for young women grades 7-12, is built on the belief that education should prepare students for their role as women in the world. We wish to provide Notre Dame students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. In order to learn to make responsible choices, our students have the freedom to learn in a school dedicated to high academic standards, and to involve themselves in the community, both utilizing its resources and serving its people.
Job Description
Job Title: Science Teacher
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Responsible to: Principal
Last Revised: April 23, 2025
Position Summary: Notre Dame Academy is seeking a Science teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Preferred candidates will have at least 5 years of teaching experience. He or she is a happy, enthusiastic individual who has demonstrated a passion for Science and for teaching that builds interest in, enthusiasm for, and mastery of that subject. Finally, the candidate will have the capacity to contribute to the life of the School in co-curricular areas, such as coaching and advising students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach Science for high school
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students
- Participate in school evaluation and professional development programs
- Advise students on academic and other matters in accordance with the School’s mission
- Moderate and facilitate extracurricular activities as required
- Participate in some infrequent evening or weekend activities, including meetings, professional development, or other school community events
- Other duties, as assigned
Class Assignments for 2025-2026 School year:
1. Chemistry Honors
2. Chemistry Advanced Honors
3. Physics Honors
4. Physics AP
Position Type: Full-time