Online High School Astrophysics or Quantum Mechanics Instructor Summer 2026

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• Applications are currently being accepted for the below online teaching positions: Instructors may be hired for one or more than one week. The application will give you the opportunity to indicate for which weeks and locations you are interested and available. Average class size is 6 students

Astrophysics & Quantum Mechanics – Summer 2026

Indicate the weeks for which you are interested and available on your application:

• Quantum Mechanics (Gr 9–12, Online): July 6–10
• Astrophysics (Gr 9–12, Online): July 27–31

Astrophysics Course Description: 

Beginning from the cosmic chaos, astrophysics will delineate the foundation goals of the field by tracing the evolution of the universe from its origins through to modern times and probing into its future fate. 

Students will delve into the depths of the cosmos to push their understanding to the very frontier of the unknown, and perchance beyond that! Students embarking on this adventure will be introduced to the wave-particle duality of light, radiation, and stellar evolution, illuminating their curiosities in the process. They will then explore advanced topics in cosmology such as supermassive black holes, spacetime fabric, and mapping the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Studies will culminate with Einstein’s Theory of Relativity. 

The curriculum is supported by computational simulations of dark matter and galactic formation, physical demonstration, student-led discussions, and thought experiments. Observational astronomy will be interlaced into the course using solar and night sky observational telescopes, focusing on techniques for identifying the constellations and naked-eye astronomy. Students will pursue their final research in a self-selected specification of interest. Projects vary but are all relevant to modern professional research and exploration, such as observational astrophysics, astroparticle physics, or physical cosmology. Their final research projects will incorporate real data from working telescopes and research laboratories. 

Quantum Mechanics Course Description

This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fascinating world of quantum mechanics, starting with a brief overview of classical physics. The course will explore the revolutionary ideas of Max Planck, who introduced the concept of quantization, which challenged the traditional view of continuous energy and matter.

The course will then delve into the quantum view of the atom, which laid the foundation for the development of quantum mechanics. Students will learn about the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, which fundamentally changed our understanding of the nature of matter and energy, and the limits of our ability to measure them accurately.

The course will then focus on the even stranger world of quantum mechanics, where probability wave functions and the concept of parallel universes will be introduced. Students will learn how these concepts are fundamental to the theory of quantum mechanics, and how they challenge our traditional understanding of reality.

Throughout the course, the interplay between philosophy, culture, and physics will be explored. Students will learn about the historical context of quantum mechanics, and how it has come to influence so much of popular thought. They will also gain an understanding of how quantum mechanics has given rise to new philosophical and cultural ideas, and how these ideas continue to shape our understanding of the world.

Overall, this course offers students an opportunity to explore one of the most fascinating and fundamental areas of physics, and to gain an appreciation for the profound implications of quantum mechanics for our understanding of the universe and our place in it.

Qualifications:

Instructors are usually year-round science teachers, are studying science at the graduate level, or have some other significant teaching/mentoring experience in the area of astrophysics. 

• 2+ years' experience teaching astrophysics or significant subject matter knowledge.
• Experience working with middle or high school-age students in an academic setting preferred
• Bachelor's degree is required; preference is given to those with an advanced degree.
• Ability to connect with and explain complicated concepts to high school age students
• A passion for science education.
• A calm and professional demeanor.
• Self-motivation and follow-through.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.