Physics​/Science Teacher- HS Faculty

Position Summary

St. Anthony Catholic High School, a private, college preparatory high school for young men and women, is seeking a full-time Physics/Science Teacher for the  academic year. The position may instruct 9th through 12th grade. All teachers are expected to teach within the mission of St. Anthony Catholic High School and its Core Values:
Honesty & Integrity;
Community;
Service & Social Justice;
Scholarship; and Holistic Education. The Physics/Science Teacher reports to the School Principal. St. Anthony Catholic High School prepares young men and women for positions of responsibility and leadership through a college preparatory curriculum based on Catholic values and traditions.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the curriculum.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by TEA, board policies and administrative regulations.
• Work cooperatively with administrators, department chairs, and other staff as needed to meet curriculum objectives.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Serve as an advisor to students.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication through conferences with parents, students, principal and teachers.
• Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Attend after‑school faculty meetings, evening parent meetings, weekly liturgies, class retreats and open houses as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Proficient knowledge of science curriculum and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
• Successful completion of VIRTUS and background check.
• Ability to learn and use interactive technologies to enhance learning.
• Strong technology skills.
• Ability to address learning differences through differentiated instruction.
• Ability to provide additional tutorials or study sessions with students outside the regular school day.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a minimum of 24 college credit hours in science or a related field.

At least six (6) months of direct teaching or student‑teaching experience at the high‑school level. Relevant experience working with high‑school students will be considered.

• Master’s Degree.
• AP certification.
• Teacher certification in a relevant area.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio requires non‑certified teachers to have 12 hours of education. Faculty hired without the 12 hours are placed on a deficiency plan and must obtain the 12 hours within two (2) years.

Mon to Fri 7:30 am–4:00 pm (see faculty handbook). Some night and weekend work may be required depending on student activity sponsorship and special events such as open house.

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires the employee to promptly report any incident that they witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.