High School Physics Teacher

Physics Teacher - Secondary School

Start Date: August, 2026

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British International School of Houston

The Science Department at the British International School of Houston includes specialist teachers in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The Secondary Science department provides learning across the natural Sciences for students aged 11 to 18 years old. We seek to employ an experienced Physics Teacher, to work with students in the Middle School (ages 9-14) and High School (15 – 18). The ideal candidate will be able to teach Physics at Middle school and experience teaching the IGCSE and IB curricular (or equivalent) in Physics will be desirable

Roles and Responsibilities

Wellbeing

• A commitment to student wellbeing.
• Working to ensure that student safety, child protection and student wellbeing are the number one priority.
• Have a vigilance for, and commitment to the wellbeing of those that we work alongside.
• Ensure that the BIS Houston is an environment where all staff feel respected, included, valued and that they belong.
• Work with key school leaders and HR colleagues to ensure that HR policies and the NAE Code of Conduct are adhered to;

Engagement and Interaction

• Sets high expectations for students; inspiring, motivating and challenging students to achieve excellent progress and ambitious outcomes.
• Represents the school's values in every interaction with students, parents and colleagues.
• Demonstrates the highest levels of integrity, ethics and standards of personal and professional conduct .
• Actively and enthusiastically contributes beyond the classroom in the wider context of the school community.
• Is an excellent communicator to parents, families and the wider community in person or via email/digital platforms/school communication channels.
• Acts as an advocate for the school in the wider community.
• Participates in all aspects of the professional learning programme.
• Assists in growing the school, share ideas, attending events and have a positive relationship with the MAC Team.
• Can demonstrate an ongoing record of keeping up to date with teaching/coaching best practice.
• Reflects on their own practice, is open to feedback and dedicated to developing professionally.

Teaching and Learning

• Has experience and the skills to deliver high quality teaching of Physics at Middle, IGCSE and IB or equivalent.
• Engages and challenges student learning through questioning and discussion techniques and proven-pedagogical strategies.
• Creates a culture of learning and manages student behaviour to ensure an environment of respect and collaboration.
• Participates in all aspects of our learning programme, in line with school policy that assists in growing the school and are linked to the agreed learning programme.

Planning and Preparation

• Sets clear learning intentions and educational outcomes.
• Collaborates with the Mathematics team to design lesson plans, activities and assessments that are aligned to the school's curriculum and that engage students.
• Conceptualises, plans and teaches well-structured lessons and programmes that engage, inspire and stretch students, encouraging them to be ambitious.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Teaching Qualification (PGCE, Qualified Teacher Status, or a recognized teaching certification)
• Minimum 2 years' experience teaching Physics
• IGCSE and IB Curriculum experience is desirable
• Good cross-cultural, interpersonal and communication skills to interact with diverse nationalities and cultures
• Excellent analytical skills - with the passion and drive to demonstrate and quantify success
• Excellent time management skills and flexibility in dealing with multi-functional tasks

Selection Process

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years. We welcome applications from suitable persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, we reserve the right to make an appointment sooner to the right candidate and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person