PE Teacher / Coach

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches skills in physical fitness, rhythm and dance, and individual and team sports
• Develops creative lesson plans and assesses student development
• Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment
• Provides appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment and areas
• Evaluates each student's growth in physical skills, knowledge and contribution in team sports
• Communicates with parents and the administration on student progress
• Attends staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, in-service days and other professional and community activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in physical education or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years' relevant teaching experience, preferably in an independent school
• Interest in collaborating with colleagues and a passion for working with children
• Knowledge and ability to instruct a wide range of sport activities
• Minimum 2 years' coaching experience at the middle school or upper school level with the ability to coach three seasons
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices
• Aquatics and swim coaching experience preferred
• Strong initiative and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment
• A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset