American Heritage Schools is seeking a dedicated Physics Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at our Broward Campus. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background and proven experience delivering high-level instruction. Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) background is preferred.
Benefits Include:
* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The classroom teacher is responsible for educating and supporting students to help them reach learning targets. Teachers must be content area experts who make sound instructional decisions, create and maintain a learning environment where positive relationships are built and routines and procedures are in place to create collective responsibility. Teachers are responsible for providing rich learning tasks for intellectual engagement, assessing formatively and summatively, and providing feedback to students for their academic achievement.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate mastery of content knowledge
Ensure a high-quality learning experience; plan and implement learning tasks with purpose and innovation
Follow the AHS curriculum framework/scope and sequence
Articulate instructional purpose and learning outcomes
Design structured lessons and activities with a focus on student engagement and critical thinking
Curate and design resources and incorporate instructional technologies aligned with learning outcomes
Provide clear expectations for learning, clear explanations of content, and use academic language
Align activities, assignments, questions, and discussions with learning outcomes
Enter all lesson activities, assignments, and assessments into the school's learning management system one week in advance by each Friday afternoon; include due dates for all assignments and assessments so that they are visible in student and parent calendars
Ensure learning by all students by frequently monitoring student understanding
Assess learning in a variety of ways, using formative and summative measures including but not limited to traditional and alternative assessments; prepare and administer semester and/or final exams and standardized tests
Provide timely and relevant feedback to students and parents; enter grades into the school learning management/student information systems weekly
Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions
Differentiate and modify learning tasks according to student need; implement accommodations as directed
Demonstrate caring and respect in interactions with students
Establish routines and procedures for a productive physical environment
Monitor student behavior so that students take ownership and contribute to a positive, productive learning environment
Maintain standards of appropriate discipline in accordance with school rules and the student handbook
Provide for students' safety and general welfare
Proactively communicate with parents, principals, and academic advisors
Prepare progress reports and provide comments as needed
Conduct parent/teacher conferences quarterly and as needed
Be an active contributor to the school's curriculum; provide feedback and share resources with colleagues
Contribute to team-planning; attend and engage in professional learning communities (formal cross-campus meetings for collaboration and intensive reflection upon instructional practices and desired student outcomes); attend team, department, and staff meetings
Demonstrate a commitment to professional learning
Prepare for and attend required events including but not limited to Back to School Night, Meet and Greets, Conference Days, and Professional Development Days
Provide required weekly extra help after school
SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
If teaching in the Academy Program, provide expert differentiated instruction and demonstrate strategies for meeting the needs of students with mild learning differences
Manage facility and equipment for specialized instructional areas such as Science, Engineering, etc. as warranted. Examples include Science and Engineering labs, Environmental Education Center, Dance rooms, Theaters, Gymnasium, Weight Room, etc.
Coordinate and attend events for specialized instructional areas as warranted including but not limited to Open House, Pre-Professional Education Night, Fine Arts Festival, Theater Productions, Band and Orchestra Concerts, School Fairs/Contests, District and State Competitions
Ensure the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support from teaching assistants; evaluate teacher assistants annually
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Preferred minimum three years teaching experience in a K-12 instructional setting
Valid Florida State Teaching License or single subject teaching credential, certification and/or experience in a specialized subject; ESOL endorsed, ESE certification preferred
B.A./B.S. in education from an accredited institution or B.F.A. for fine arts instructors
Professional experience in related field
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to facilitate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to utilize educational technologies such as iPads, learning software, and basic word processing software
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Classroom
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged standing/ sitting
Stooping and/or kneeling
Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your "at-will" status.
AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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