Physics Teacher

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Science - Physics


• Date Posted:
  8/19/2026


• Location:
  Bogota Jr/Sr High School


• Date Available:
  09/02/2026

Position Title:

Physics Teacher (High School)

Location:

Bogota Public Schools
Bogota, New Jersey

Position Type:

Full-Time, Tenure-Track (or Non-Tenure Track, if applicable)

Salary Range:

$52,700 – $112,200 , commensurate with experience, certifications, and advanced degrees, in accordance with the salary guide

Position Summary:

Bogota Public Schools is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated New Jersey-certified Physics Teacher to join our high school science department. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, standards-aligned instruction that promotes scientific reasoning, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning while supporting the academic and social-emotional growth of all students.

Qualifications:

• Valid New Jersey Teacher Certification in Physics (Standard or CE/CEAS)


• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Science Education, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)


• Demonstrated knowledge of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) for Science


• Experience implementing inquiry-based, hands-on, and phenomenon-based instruction


• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills


• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, administrators, and families


• Commitment to equity, differentiation, and meeting the needs of diverse learners

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous physics instruction aligned to the NJSLS


• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, including laboratory investigations and real-world applications


• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners, including students with IEPs and English Language Learners


• Assess student learning using formative and summative assessments and use data to guide instruction


• Maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment


• Collaborate with the science department on curriculum development and vertical alignment


• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school-based initiatives


• Communicate regularly with students, families, and staff regarding student progress

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