Faculty: Physics (Grades 9-12)
Saint John’s is a private college-preparatory school for boys founded in 1898 in Worcester, MA, and moved to its present location in Shrewsbury, MA, in 1961. The school, sponsored by the congregation of Saint Francis Xavier (Xaverian Brothers), enrolls approximately 950 day students in grades seven through twelve from nearly 70 communities in Massachusetts.
Position Description
Saint John’s High School is seeking a dynamic and engaging Physics teacher to join our faculty. We value diversity and seek candidates who are knowledgeable in their field, compassionate in their work with students, and committed to collaboration with colleagues, families, and the broader school community.
Position Description
Saint John’s High School is seeking a dynamic and engaging Physics teacher to join our faculty. We value diversity and seek candidates who are knowledgeable in their field, compassionate in their work with students, and committed to collaboration with colleagues, families, and the broader school community.
The ideal candidate is passionate about both the study and teaching of science and is committed to fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and scientific inquiry. This educator will guide young men as they develop their understanding of physics through an engaging, student-centered, inquiry-based classroom environment.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence and personal growth while inspiring students through optimism, integrity, flexibility, selflessness, and teamwork. They will embrace opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and recognize the importance of addressing moral and ethical questions that arise both inside and outside the classroom.
In addition to strong content knowledge and instructional skills, the ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to contribute to the life of the school. Faculty members at Saint John’s are encouraged to share their passions beyond the classroom through activities such as coaching, advising student organizations, leading retreats, or supervising extracurricular programs.
We seek an educator who is enthusiastic, intellectually curious, and dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive school community.
Minimum Qualifications
- An undergraduate degree in Physics or a related field.
- Experience teaching at the high school level, or relevant professional experience.
- Dedication to supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of all students.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to articulate effectively the values and mission of Saint John’s High School and the Xaverian Brothers.
- Commitment to Catholic education.
- Knowledge of contemporary educational issues, topics, and trends, especially those impacting boys and young men.
- Dedication to partnering collaboratively with a team of talented faculty.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Skill in navigating the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.).
- Experience with incorporating educational technology into the classroom.
- Commitment to including and encouraging all students from all backgrounds.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following materials confidentially as separate PDF attachments in one email.
- Cover letter expressing interest in the Saint John’s High School position and aligning your skills and experiences to the areas of responsibility, knowledge, skills, and abilities according to your understanding of the position.
- Current resume with all dates included.
- List of three to five references with name, phone number, and email address of each (references will be contacted only with the candidate’s permission and not before a mutual interest is clearly established).
Materials should be sent to the attention of Lauren Hill, Principal of Saint John’s High School, via electronic submission to our school registrar at employment@stjohnshigh.org. Resumes will be reviewed, and contact will be made with those in whom there is interest.
Candidates will be considered immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.
Candidates will be considered immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.
Saint John's High School
Saint John’s High School has educated young men under the sponsorship of the Xaverian Brothers since 1898. Through the Saint John’s strong college preparatory curriculum, over 900 students in grades seven through twelve pursue personal and intellectual growth in an environment that is committed to the development of the whole person and recognizes a moral dimension of life through service to God and to others.