Physics Teacher

Position: Physics Teacher

Department: Upper School - Science Department

Location: Milton Academy Campus, Milton, MA

Hours: Full-time with the flexibility to work nights and weekends

FLSA: Exempt

Classification:
Faculty (Academic Year)

Work authorization required; no sponsorship available.

Salary Range: For the 2025-26 academic year, faculty salaries range from $50,000 to $120,000 annually. Placement within this range is determined by years of experience, in alignment with Milton Academy's faculty salary scale, which is designed to ensure equitable pay progression.

Housing Stipend: Faculty members who reside off-campus will also receive an annual stipend of $12,600 (in 2025-26) in addition to the base salary listed above.

About the School:

Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory K-12 school, boarding and day in grades 9-12, located just outside of Boston.

Milton Academy cultivates in our students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Milton students grow by developing their own identities, learning from and listening to the lived experiences of others, and living and working among peers whose differences they accept with respect and care.

In our ongoing work to create an environment that confronts bias, injustice, and bigotry, we encourage each other to be open to learning, explore our histories and identities, and seek to understand the world around us with a critical lens. At Milton, we prepare students to partner with their future communities to create a more just world, and to have the courage to speak up and live by our motto, "Dare to be true."

Summary of Position:

Milton Academy is seeking a full-time Physics Teacher to join the Upper School Science Department beginning in August 2026. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes innovative teaching practices and student engagement. The ideal candidate will actively support students, create a positive and collaborative classroom atmosphere, and adapt instructional approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles.

This position involves teaching inquiry-based physics courses at both regular and advanced levels, encouraging hands-on exploration and critical thinking. Additionally, the role requires the development and ongoing review of curriculum and course materials to ensure a relevant and engaging physics program.

Other faculty member responsibilities at Milton Academy encompass advising, community, and residential life activities, among others. Please see the full job description for more information.

The school seeks candidates who could contribute to the broader student experience, from co-curricular to athletic to residential life programming.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Teaching

• Create and implement a curriculum for physics courses, emphasizing student engagement while fostering a deep appreciation for physics and laboratory practices.
• Teach a range of courses from introductory to advanced physics, with a preference for those who can also teach astronomy electives.

• Create a student-centered learning atmosphere that facilitates students' mastery of physics and a positive classroom environment that encourages student participation and discussion.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in science education, trends, and innovations, and incorporate these into the program.
• Learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion in education; incorporate related principles when designing curriculum, teaching, and engaging with students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop inter-departmental and cross-disciplinary projects and initiatives, including the potential development of new physics-based elective courses.
• Actively support students, providing mentorship and academic guidance.
• Assess and evaluate student performance through assignments, projects, and exams.
• Generate timely and comprehensive comments for each student, providing a well-rounded perspective on their academic performance.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding academic progress.

Advising

• Serve as an advisor to a group of up to nine students, engaging in advisor meetings each week.
• Connect, support, communicate, encourage, and celebrate each advisee
  • Facilitate students' social-emotional learning and growth in alignment with all school programming through small group meetings.
  • Build deep relationships with each advisee and assist them in navigating challenges they may encounter.
  • Form relationships with and act as a liaison between the school and advisee families; serve as the first point of contact between the school and families.
• Read and be familiar with all relevant materials, most importantly the Student Handbook and the sections of the US Faculty Handbook on academic regulations and diploma requirements.
• Be informed about course offerings for the following year and help each advisee select…