Physics Science Faculty, Upper School

Science Faculty, Upper School

Begins August 2026

Job Summary: The Pembroke Hill School seeks a full-time physics instructor to join the Upper School Science Department for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate should be a creative thinker who can innovate labs, develop curriculum, redesign courses, and collaborate effectively with colleagues. The successful candidate has a passion for teaching and learning and can convey this enthusiasm to students, parents and the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach four sections of upper school physics (junior level and AP)
• Collaborate and work cooperatively with all department members to design engaging, quality lessons which include formative and summative assessments.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and achievement.
• Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Manage and fulfill other duties as assigned.

Schedule: Teaching positions are based on the school year (August through May). During the school year, there are three school vacations: one week at Thanksgiving, two weeks in December, and two weeks in March plus holidays, personal and sick days.

Compensation: Compensation will be based on a competitive norm influenced by area and peer schools, using years of teaching experience and the highest completed degree. Transcripts and verification of employment will be required. Benefits include health, dental, retirement match (up to 8%), professional development opportunities, PHS tuition remission, free lunch, and more!

About Pembroke Hill School:

Pembroke Hill School is an independent school in Kansas City, Missouri. Pembroke Hill seeks to fulfill our mission by recognizing that diversity is a strength and that every individual has value and worth.

• Master's or Ph.D. in Physics or related field
• Teaching experience in upper school physics
• Ability to innovate labs, develop curriculum, and redesign courses
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and students