Part-Time Physical Education Teacher

The McGillis School seeks a part-time physical education teacher who is passionate about creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for students.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the physical, social, and emotional needs of students and will work closely with colleagues to offer a broad range of sports and activities that excite and engage students with a wide range of abilities.

The physical education curriculum at The McGillis School is centered around exploration, inclusion, and growth, and we encourage our students to be actively engaged and put forth their best effort to improve and develop their self-confidence.

Responsibilities:

• Create and sustain a learning environment based on the mission and values of the school.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children as a priority.
• Supervise recess and lunch according to duty schedules, monitor student safety at all times.
• Implement a diverse and developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum in assigned grades (within grades 4-8).
• Develop well-reasoned lesson plans and units in close collaboration with colleagues.
• Manage a positive and structured learning environment, differentiate instruction as needed.
• Communicate consistently with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues.
• Attend and participate positively in faculty meetings and school events.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, as well as in the professional growth model specific to The McGillis School.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times.
• Participate in co-curricular program opportunities specific to The McGillis School (Family Group, Shabbat, Advisory, etc.).
• Be patient, positive, and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning (limud l’shma).

• BA or MA in Physical Education or related field.
• Teaching certification or licensure in Physical Education.
• Experience working with students of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and school administrators.
• Commitment to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.