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High School Physics Teacher [$5,000… at Zeta Charter… · New York…
Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeNew York City, NY$71k–$114k/yr
Skills
physics degreeny certificationlead teaching experienceinquiry-driven lessonscollaborationproblem-solvingadaptability
Job Description
Summary: Zeta Charter Schools is passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond. They are seeking a Physics Teacher to implement engaging lessons, foster a collaborative classroom environment, and support students' personal and academic growth.
Responsibilities:
- Implement inquiry-driven, experiment-based lessons that engage students in rigorous scientific thinking—designing investigations, analyzing data, and applying physics concepts to real-world phenomena
- Demonstrate deep expertise in high school physics content and practices, guiding students to master key concepts, develop strong problem-solving skills, and excel on assessments
- Build a classroom culture where curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration thrive—and where students feel empowered to question, explore, and innovate
- Serve as an Advisor to a small cohort of students, developing meaningful relationships with families and supporting each student’s personal and academic growth
- Collaborate with colleagues to co-create a rigorous, joyful founding high school environment rooted in Zeta’s mission and values
- Use data, feedback, and student work to assess learning, inform instruction, and continuously refine practice
- Embrace the “start-up spirit” of a founding team—adapting quickly, solving problems creatively, and building systems that will define the future of Zeta High School
- Engage in ongoing professional learning and coaching to sharpen your craft and contribute to a team that believes in doing hard things exceptionally well
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- At least 1-2+ years of lead teaching experience
- Proven record of propelling extraordinary student growth
- Deep expertise in high school physics content and practices
- Ability to implement inquiry-driven, experiment-based lessons
- Ability to build a classroom culture where curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration thrive
- Ability to serve as an Advisor to a small cohort of students
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues to co-create a rigorous, joyful founding high school environment
- Ability to use data, feedback, and student work to assess learning and inform instruction
- Ability to engage in ongoing professional learning and coaching
Preferred Qualifications:
- Physics or math degree
- New York certification
Required Skills: Physics degree, NY certification
Important Skills: Lead teaching experience, Inquiry-driven lessons
Nice-to-Have Skills: Collaboration, Problem-solving, Adaptability
Benefits: Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses, 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings, Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (Gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it’s up to you!), 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription, MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone, Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine, Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC’s finest sweet treats, Books for professional development, Clear pathway to professional growth, Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates, Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team, Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming
Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (Gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it’s up to you!)
4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription
MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone
Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC’s finest sweet treats
Books for professional development
Clear pathway to professional growth
Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming