What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Science Teacher (2025-26) position at Union Day School?
2025-26 HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER:
Physics and Physical Science
Union Day School is seeking a passionate and qualified High School Science Teacher with experience in teaching Physical Science and Physics. The ideal candidate will also have a strong background in computer science. This position requires a dynamic educator committed to fostering a rigorous and engaging learning environment that aligns with North Carolina state standards and the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement engaging, standards-aligned lessons in Physical Science and Physics.
- Utilize various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learners.
- Develop and assess student learning through projects, experiments, and real-world applications.
- Maintain a positive and structured classroom environment that encourages critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary connections.
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and staff to support student success.
- Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school-wide initiatives.
- Support extracurricular science-related activities (e.g., robotics club, science fair, coding competitions, etc.).
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Science Education, Physics, Physical Science, or a related field.
- Licensure: Valid North Carolina teaching license in Science (9-12) or eligibility for NC licensure.
- Experience: Prior teaching experience in Physical Science and/or Physics at the high school level preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in computer science.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching in an International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) program.
- Strong background in engineering, coding, or data analysis.
Benefits:
- Small Class and Grade Sizes: Enjoy the opportunity to work closely with students in a more intimate classroom setting.
- Paid Employee Medical Benefits: UDS pays 100% health coverage for all full-time employees.
- Retirement Matching Benefits: Generous retirement plan with matching contributions to help secure your financial future.
Compensation:
- Based upon experience, degree/certification, NC State Salary Guide and the Union County Licensed Teacher Supplement.
Union Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.
DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.
Salary : $43,150 - $69,000
