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High School Physics Teacher

Colegio Hacienda Los Alcaparros

Bogotá, Colombia, South America

Housing allowance for international teachers

Airfare at the beginning and at the end of the final contract

Start date: August 2023

Job
School

Contract Length: 1 year

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

High School

Eligible Candidates:

Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:

Education Required: Master
Minimum Teaching Experience: 3 years of teaching experience
Major: Physics, Experimental physics

Additional School Requirements:

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Education, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
Proven experience teaching physics at the high school level or equivalent.
Strong content knowledge and understanding of physics concepts, theories, and applications.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and motivate students.
Ability to differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Proficiency in incorporating technology and multimedia resources into teaching.
Organizational skills and attention to detail for lesson planning, grading, and record-keeping.
Commitment to continuous professional development and staying abreast of advancements in the field of physics education.

Nice to have:

Knowledge of Understanding by Design
Knowledge of Marzano's New Taxonomy

Job Benefits:

1 year contract (with possible extensions) in a prestigious private school
Monthly salary
Visa sponsorship
Lunch and snacks provided at school
Bonus upon completion of the contract
Healthcare
Accommodation allowance

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate High School Physics Teacher to join our prestigious educational institution. As a Physics Teacher, you will have the opportunity to inspire and educate young minds, fostering a love for science and a deep understanding of physics concepts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in physics, a background in experimental physics, excellent communication skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching.

Responsibilities:

Design and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the school's curriculum and educational standards.
Deliver comprehensive instruction on various physics topics, including mechanics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and thermodynamics.
Utilize a variety of teaching methods, resources, and technologies to enhance student learning and comprehension.
Conduct experiments and demonstrations to help students grasp complex scientific principles and encourage hands-on learning.
Evaluate and assess student progress through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments, providing constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student participation, critical thinking, and academic growth.
Collaborate with fellow teachers and participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching strategies and stay updated on the latest advancements in physics education.
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance, and communicate progress to students, parents, and school administrators.
Foster a safe and respectful learning environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, teamwork, and respect for scientific inquiry.

This is a Direct to School Job

About the School:

From the onset, Colegio Hacienda Los Alcaparros had a special mission: to teach and educate through an approach that envisions education as an ethical, scientific, and aesthetic practice. The Alcaparros approach also includes respect for differences and for the individual process of learning that is unique to each person. Students are active participants in this ongoing educational project that is based on promoting personal development while encouraging conflict resolution.

This innovative method is aimed at forming global citizens. Alcaparros students are aware, knowledgeable, and committed to ecology and large-scale global issues. Aside from what is taught in the classroom students gain knowledge through participation at an international level in conferences and enrich their educational experience through interdisciplinary project-based learning and cultural exchanges.

Pedagocial Principles

One sole philosophy permeates the educational project; however, the school is made up of four different schools whereby each has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the various age groups.

Each of the four schools is jointly coordinated by the Academic and Human Development Departments. The purpose of this co-work is to balance both perspectives to fulfill our mission of educating children within high standards of academic rigor, emotional stability, autonomy, and responsibility.

True to our principles of inclusion and respect for individual differences, the Human Development Department focuses its work on the individual. To do this, it is integrated into the curricular programs that encourage assuming clear, appreciative, and responsible positions regarding each student’s self-development and that of others. Likewise, the Department carries out programs aimed at developing social skills, conflict resolution strategies, substance abuse prevention, responsible sexuality, ethical growth, and each individual's life project, amongst others.

The Academic Development Department, on the other hand, is in charge of academics and curriculum design. The Department decides what is taught in each subject area, its scope and sequence, and the type of work required by students to reach desired standards and objectives.

Since its origin in 1992, Alcaparros has consolidated itself as bilingual with high academic achievements as reflected in national and international standardized test scores. Furthermore, we are pioneers in our internationally recognized theatrical performances and musical and instrumental programs.

Because we believe in the importance of learning by doing, we have designed an innovative curriculum in which formal pedagogical practices go hand-in-hand with recent educational research.

Our educational program is designed to promote each student’s potential, social responsibility, and appreciation for learning.

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This is a Direct to School Job

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