Physical Science Teacher — 9th Grade

Job overview

The Physical Science Teacher — 9th Grade position is onsite at Helix Mentorship and Maritime Academy in Baton Rouge, LA, for the 2025–2026 school year. The salary is $55,000 per year. HMMA is a public charter high school developing a maritime-focused academy with hands-on, real-world learning. The teacher delivers standards-based science instruction that builds student understanding through inquiry, laboratory activities, and digital tools. The role connects science to maritime, environmental, and community applications while supporting academic growth, student responsibility, and school-wide learning goals.

What you'll do

• Teach standards-based physical science to ninth-grade students
• use inquiry-based learning, lab activities, and digital tools
• connect science to maritime, environmental, and community applications
• maintain a structured classroom
• use assessment data to differentiate instruction
• collaborate with colleagues and communicate with families
• sponsor one club or enrichment activity during scheduled hours
• participate in professional learning communities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

physical science teacher

9th grade

baton rouge la

helix community schools

maritime academy

science instruction

laboratory activities

stem education

full-time

$55,000 per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Professional development through the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program and the opportunity to apply for the Deeper Learning Institute graduate program.

Why this role

A bachelor’s degree in science, physical science, education, or a related field is required; high school teaching experience is preferred. Teachers are expected to sponsor one club or enrichment activity during scheduled hours without additional pay. The Deeper Learning Institute offers eligible teachers a graduate program opportunity.

About the employer

Helix Community Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.