High School Physics Teacher Job at St John's Prep, Danvers, MA

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  • St John's Prep
  • Danvers, MA

Job Description

St. John’s Prep is an inclusive, Catholic, Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School for young men in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility, simplicity, trust, and zeal, we educate students to be, do and stand for good in the world. We enroll approximately 1,500 students from more than 90 communities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

St. John’s is a faith-based community grounded in and fortified by three main cultural priorities: recognizing all people as created in the image and likeness of God, embracing a habit of excellence grounded in a growth mindset, and empowering individuals to be unique expressions of God’s love in the world. Strong candidates will embody the Catholic principles and Xaverian values that guide our institution to help foster a supportive and inclusive campus environment. For further information on how faith animates St. John’s, please visit our Statement on Xaverian and Catholic Identity.

Position Overview and Responsibilities

The Science Department at St. John’s Prep seeks a physics teacher for grades 11 a nd 12 to teach five sections. The School’s Science Department fosters a dynamic, hands-on learning environment where students engage directly with scientific principles in action. Through inquiry-base d exploration, students learn to frame scientific questions, analyze data, and interpret results. Designed to support intellectual growth, our courses meet students at their individual levels, guiding them toward academic maturity and deeper scientific understanding. As emerging scientists, students are challenged to think critically, act responsibly, and contribute positively to scientific discourse. Our program seeks to equip students with the knowledge and skills to creatively and thoughtfully shape a healthier, more sustainable world.

A complete listing of science courses and their descriptions can be found here .

Skills and Competencies

  • Content Expertise: Has experience teaching physics and connecting the study of physics to the local and global world beyond the classroom.
  • Communication Skills: Communicates consistently and effectively with parents, students, and colleagues.
  • Inclusive Mindset: Commitment to multiculturalism and diversity that is manifested in classroom practice, communication, and curricular decisions.
  • Student-Centeredness: Must display a deep appreciation for student-centered, engaging, and innovative teaching practices.
  • Collegiality:  Each teacher regularly collaborates with colleagues concerning best practices  to meet the learning needs of all students.
  • Value-Add Orientation: Must be a self-directed individual who is solution-oriented, embraces challenges, and displays a thorough work ethic. Shows a commitment to school-wide initiatives, campus involvement, committee work, and professional development.
  • Enthusiastic: Finds joy in their work, a balanced perspective and enthusiasm for the daily experiences of school life.

Education and Experience

  • Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in physics or a related field. 
  • 1-3 years teaching experience in high school or middle school science is desirable.

Physical Requirements (with or without accommodations):

  • Standing/sitting for long periods of time.
  • Must be capable of adapting to frequent changes in position throughout the workday.
  • Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
  • Use of hands and fingers for manipulation, and using computer keyboard, educational tools, and perform first aid and CPR.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distance vision.

All members of the faculty are expected to give witness to the Xaverian and Catholic mission of St. John’s Preparatory School by acting as servant leaders capable of modeling and actively promoting Xaverian and Catholic values. In addition to classroom teaching responsibilities, we encourage all members of the faculty to be involved in the life of the school beyond the classroom through a wide range of co-curricular, intramural, and interscholastic programs. For more information about St. John’s Prep, including our academic, spiritual, and student life programs, please visit .

St. John’s Prep is committed to building a diverse and inclusive campus community. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We seek applicants who demonstrate a commitment to multiculturalism and diversity that is manifested in classroom practice, student engagement, interpersonal communication, and curricular decisions. For more information about our academic, spiritual and student life programs, please visit

About St John's Prep

St. John’s Preparatory School is conveniently located just 15 miles northeast of Boston in Danvers, Massachusetts. We are a Xaverian Brothers sponsored school educating nearly 1,500 young men in grades 6 through 12 from more than 70 communities throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Our rigorous academic and extensive co-curricular program encourages students to develop their spiritual, intellectual, moral, physical, and creative potential, and inspires them to honor the diversity that enriches both our school community and the world beyond St. John's.

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