Physics Teacher - Baltimore

Cristo Rey Network • Baltimore, MD

18d • $51,000 - $64,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School (CRJ) is seeking dedicated, intellectually curious, and mission-driven educators for a Physics Teacher position. CRJ offers a career-focused, college preparatory education rooted in the Catholic tradition, welcoming students from economically limited backgrounds. The school's approach integrates rigorous academics, a four-year work experience program, and comprehensive college support. CRJ has a partnership with Loyola University Maryland, offering a 100% tuition discount for employees enrolled in a graduate program pursuing an advanced degree. Teachers receive a $2,500 retention bonus every 5 years. The Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) provides students with a unique, student-centered, real-world professional opportunity. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of best practices in science teaching and learning, experience in the classroom or education, and experience working with students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. This role reports to the School Principal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related subject area required.
• Strong teaching background and experience working with urban population.
• Personal commitment to Jesuit mission in education and work-study nature of the school.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and engage students in their faith journeys.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administration.
• 1 year of teaching experience (Preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Maryland teaching certification in content area preferred.
• Teaching Certification (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach five sections of Physics/Honors Physics.
• Be present and available for service to the school from 7:25 AM until 4:00 PM one day per week, 7:25 AM until 3:30 PM two days a week, and 7:25 AM until 3 PM the remaining days of the week.
• Chaperone two student events such as testing, dances, or admissions interviews.
• Supervise one Saturday study hall.
• Participate in faculty meetings, department meetings, curriculum development, parent-teacher conferences, substitute coverage, and professional development.
• Follow gradebook guidelines, enter grades in a timely fashion, and submit end of quarter grades and comments on time.
• Serve as an advisor to one advisory group.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion when communicating with parents of students and advisees, using strategies that create an inclusive school environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and students in the development of relationships to support academic growth.
• Teach and act in a professional fashion, in accordance with the stated mission, objectives, and policies of the school as articulated in the Employee Handbook.
• Commit to a coaching philosophy that deepens the overall knowledge of the instructional framework to plan and deliver effective instruction.
• Respect and help form the spiritual values of the students and support the Jesuit and Catholic identity of the school by exemplifying in his/her own actions the characteristics of Christian living, being a leader of prayer, and supporting the liturgical and spiritual life of the school.
• Model the school’s “Graduate at Graduation” statement and strive to support students in valuing and attaining these qualities.
• Actively implement the Code of Conduct/Disciplinary Procedures as outlined in Student Handbook.
• Contribute to a safe and clean environment by keeping classroom and workspaces clean and tidy, and by showing care for school property.
• If not certified in content area, then willing to get certified in Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program through Loyola University Maryland at 100% tuition remission within a two-year period.
• Complete other and additional duties as assigned by the Principal.

Benefits

• Pay: $51,000 - $64,000
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Generous vacation policy with 10 days per year.
• 5 personal days per year.
• 100% tuition discount for employees enrolled in a graduate program pursuing an advanced degree at Loyola University Maryland.
• $2,500 retention bonus every 5 years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level