Physics Teacher

AMERICAN LEARNING•Plantation, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
B.A./B.S. in education from an accredited institution or B.F.A. for fine arts instructors.
Professional experience in related field.
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.

Nice To Haves

Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) background is preferred.
ESOL endorsed, ESE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Educating and supporting students to help them reach learning targets.
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.
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.

Benefits

100% free tuition for all employees’ eligible children
50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children
Free Summer Day Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.
Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working
Yearly bonuses
401K with partial employer match after a year of employment
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Supplemental Insurance plans available
Pet Insurance options
Short-term & Long-term Disability options
Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Affordable Company housing when available
Additional earnings available through Tutoring Department and Summer Education Programs
Free Continuing Education available