K-12th Physical Education Teacher and Athletics Coach

The Chapin School, an independent K-12 day school for girls located in New York City, seeks a student-centered, collaborative, and innovative educator to serve as K-12 Physical Education Teacher and Coach.. All candidates are encouraged to be familiar with Chapin's website., mission and commitment to DEIB About Physical Education, and Athletics.Job Overview As a K-12 Physical Education Teacher, this person will work with the Physical Education team to develop skills-based curriculum and teach daily physical education classes as assigned. The person is in this role will coach two athletics seasons as assigned.They will report both to the Lower, Middle, and Upper School Heads of Physical Education and to the Director of Athletics.Chapin's next K-12 Physical Education teacher and coach will be:An educator and coach who demonstrates a commitment to innovation and interdisciplinary curriculum development who hasA genuine passion for the education of young people through sports, fitness, and wellness, and a dedication to the success of each student and athleteSuperb collaboration skills that allow for building relationships with people of all backgrounds, and communicate effectively with many different stakeholdersThe ability to utilize proven, research-based strategies for classroom management, lesson planning, instructional delivery, and the inclusion of technologyThe ability to develop and teach a skills-based physical education curriculum, including sport, fitness, and wellness in K-12 as assignedA student-centered educator who values each student's voice, experience, and history, and whoHas a demonstrated ability to teach students across many different stages in development, from many different backgrounds, with many different learning styles, and of many different abilities and skill levelsAddresses the needs of individual students and modeling inclusive teaching practicesAn educator who actively cultivates a classroom and community of belonging byCollaborating with other faculty to infuse wellness into the life of the schoolAligning with our mission 'to empower a diverse, ambitious, and resolute community of young women to thrive and lead' while honoring the variety of gender identities our students holdHaving a critical eye to issues of equity and inclusion, including an understanding of how one's own identity plays a role in the classroom and on the fieldA partner to students, their parents, and colleagues in teaching and learning whoCommunicates effectively with students, co-teachers, athletes, and coaching team on a regular basis and communicating with families as neededHas excellent leadership skills, modeled by adhering to the same expectations athletes are held to, displaying a positive attitude, participating eagerly, and is a source of motivation and inspirationHas the ability to assess the skill level of athletes during tryouts and throughout the season, and making equitable decisions about appointing positions, playing time, strategy, and practice timesPrioritizes the safety of students and athletes above all elseQualificationsRequired A physical education degree ANDOR 3+ years physical education teaching or fitness experience with a demonstrated understanding of elementary, middle, and upper school students.Attain all required certifications prior to working with student-athletes (including but not limited to concussion education, First Aid certification, and CPR certification)Experience coaching (athletics team or strength & conditioning) middle ANDOR upper school aged athletesPreferred Expericence coaching either varsity soccer, varsity tennis, or varsity badminton While the below sports and levels are offered, candidates with experience at the varsity level for soccer, badminton or tennis are preferred.Sports offered: (most offered at the Middle and Upper School levels) Fall: Soccer, Cross Country, Volleyball, Field Hockey, TennisWinter: Basketball, Swim, Indoor Track & Field, Squash, FencingSpring: Lacrosse, Track & Field, Softball, Badminton, GolfCompensation for this position will be commensurate with experience. The range is $70,000-$120,000 annually.How To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a rsum and cover letter by March 13, 2025. The committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will consider those that are submitted after March 13th on a rolling basis.

Created: 2025-03-12