Instructor - Physics teaches courses in the discipline area of physics. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Instructor - Physics provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Instructor - Physics typically reports to a department head. Has a Master's degree or is a PhD candidate in the applicable field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate level and possesses the qualifications to participate in research. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Physics Teacher
Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme
Job Summary: Under the direction of the High School Director, teachers foster an educational
environment conducive to the learning process for students in Grades 6-12; develop instructional
materials; establish learning objectives based upon IB curriculum and guidelines; provide instruction in
academic, social, behavioral, and other related skill areas; discipline and supervise students; evaluate
student performance and progress; collaborate with team members and support staff across disciplines and
grades.
Classification Summary: This is a professional, exempt position with the primary function of facilitating
student success in academics and interpersonal skills; to document student progress; to address specific
needs of students, and to provide a safe and optimal learning environment with regular feedback to
students, parents and others regarding student progress, expectations, and goals. The teacher will establish
professional goals and pursue opportunities to grow professionally and attend school in-services and
professional development opportunities. The work is performed independently under the general guidance
of the High School Director. The primary duties of this position are performed in a school environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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course of professional service with respect to students, parents, and other staff members, unless
disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law;
Ability to:
• Work and plan collaboratively and collectively;
• Motivate students, understanding their individual needs in a positive and confident manner;
• Apply different types of teaching methods to reach all students;
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Display a professional attitude;
• Prepare and maintain records efficiently, accurately and in a timely manner;
• Adhere to Riverstone policies and procedures;
• Perform related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Lead wilderness trips with students in remote locations.
5521 Warm Springs Avenue • Boise, Idaho 83716 • 208.424.5000 • fax 208.424.0033 • www.riverstoneschool.org
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Essential Physical Abilities
reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, or grasping.
Compensation: Faculty salary scale based on education and years’ teaching experience benefits
NOTE: Riverstone takes the safety of our community very seriously. Riverstone requires all employees to
either be fully vaccinated or sign a formal declination and submit weekly Covid-19 test results to Human
resources.
Application Instructions:
In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, all faculty are required to abide by the school’s
policies and procedures set forth in the Faculty Handbook.
5521 Warm Springs Avenue • Boise, Idaho 83716 • 208.424.5000 • fax 208.424.0033 • www.riverstoneschool.org