POSITION SUMMARY:
Applewild School is seeking a Physical Education Teacher/Coach to join the faculty. Reporting to the Associate Head of School this position is responsible for teaching physical education to grades kindergarten through third grade and introduction to sports for fourth and 5th grade, and will coach a middle school sport each season.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Ensure that the physical education and coaching are delivered in alignment with Applewild’s Core Values and Core Competencies and follow best practices.
Job duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Teach physical education to students in grades K-4
- Coach one sport each season (XC, Soccer, Basketball, strength & conditioning, LAX, Field Hockey, &/or Track & Field). This includes driving students to and from interscholastic competitions in our school van.
- Perform schoolhouse duties such as supervising drop-off/pick up, recess, lunch.
- Participate in school events such as Field Day and Harvest Fair
- Daily hours are 10:00-6:00 during the school year.
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree, preferably in sports physiology, physical education, or related.
- A minimum of one to three years of relevant experience.
- Cognitive flexibility and the ability to creatively problem-solve.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Google Suite applications.
- Must be able and willing to drive a 14-passenger van, and have a clean driving record
- A strong work ethic and unwavering integrity.
- Be able to pass a criminal records background check.
TO APPLY:
Interested and qualified candidates should email a cover letter, résumé and list of at least three professional references with contact information to Amy Jolly, Head of School (employment@applewild.org). A competitive salary is part of a compensation package that may include tuition remission for mission appropriate children, graduate study support, and a free daily lunch.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Grade levels:
- Elementary school
- Middle school
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person