OVERVIEW

RTHS provides a globally competitive STEM education by pioneering models of teaching and learning. Together we are Leading the Future of STEM Education.

RTHS seeks Science teachers who are passionate about driving innovative Science instruction for our students. RTHS Science teachers will have an unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels and a strong commitment to partnering with our teachers to drive incredible outcomes for our students, realizing the potential of an innovative STEM education model.

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an accomplished and team-oriented science educator to teach High School Physics, including Calculus-based physics and AP Physics: Mechanics. The ideal applicant has a strong background in physics and other sciences, teaching experience at the secondary or college level, experience in and commitment to the effective use of technology in teaching and learning, a willingness to take risks and be innovative, and a teaching philosophy that is aligned with the mission of our school.

The RTHS Science Department values inquiry-based learning and a collaborative work style, and applicants should be proficient in building these skills. Applicants will need to apply our personalized learning model to help students become critical thinkers and independent learners while developing science skills. They should be comfortable leveraging data and a learning management system to accomplish these goals.

• Implement a science curriculum that reflects the mission of RTHS and the model of personalized learning.
• Teach 5 sections of high school science (primarily physics) in a manner consistent with the vision and educational philosophies of the school.
• Monitor 1 section of a study hall/seminar period.
• Provide daily academic and personal mentoring to a group of students.
• Lead and/or support at least one extracurricular activity (at RTHS, faculty members support clubs, sports, and other extracurricular activities, as well as actively mentor students.)
• Participate actively in the life of the school community.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

As a  Teacher you’ll teach a course load of Science topics that will include the following activities:

• Excellent  Instruction: You lead excellent Science  instruction in your classrooms that drives student mastery of Science topics. Through your instructional experience you lean into the school’s instructional model including the efficient use of technology, didactic instruction, laboratory studies,  collaborative learning, project learning, and at-home learning. 

• Student and Family Community: You develop a strong learning community within your classroom and with families by establishing yourself as the leader of your classroom. This includes strong classroom management, building connections with students, and supporting their personal development. You will also support the school in its regular parent engagement activities, helping parents understand their student’s academic achievement, possibilities for at-home learning, and appropriate social emotional development. 

• Curricular Planning and Design: You work with the academic team to implement a rigorous curriculum through unit plans and lessons that meet the needs of all students with clear, standard aligned objectives and appropriate assessments to gauge student comprehension. 

• Professional Learning Activities: You receive bi-weekly feedback through coaching meetings meant to help you internalize content, practice teaching moves, grow classroom management, and other teaching techniques to improve your practice. 

• Data-Driven Culture: You participate in a data-driven culture among your fellow teachers, grade-level Science teammates, and the Science department as a whole to analyze and respond to student achievement data. You regularly use assessments from your curriculum, provided by the academic team, or made by yourself. 

• Engage in Collaboration: You participate in a collaborative learning environment with other Science team members to co–plan, examine grade-level articulation, conduct student work analysis, enable peer feedback, and customize just-in-time Professional Development. You participate in schoolwide disciplinary literacy and writing techniques shared from ELA coursework and with teachers in other subject areas. You support the school’s strategic initiatives whether they apply to your grade-level, department, or whole-school focus. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor’s degree in related content area; advanced degree preferred. Seeking candidates with a strong background in physics and knowledge of calculus.

Experience
At least three years of teaching experience in a high school or post-secondary classroom OR in-service experience in a professional teacher education program. Five years of teaching experience is preferred. NC licensure is not required but is an asset. Advanced Placement experience preferred.

• Previous experience with Literacy instruction
• Experience using technology to drive instruction
• A deep knowledge of Science curriculum and assessment, North Carolina experience preferred
• A deep understanding of North Carolina science standards and literacy standards

STARTING DATE

2026-2027 school year