Long Term-Substitute Physical Education Teacher/Assistant Athletic Director (Full Time)

Brookwood School - Manchester, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Manchester, MA

251-500 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Long Term-Substitute Physical Education Teacher/Assistant Athletic Director position at Brookwood School is a full-time role for the spring term of 2025. The ideal candidate will be responsible for teaching physical education to students from Early Childhood to grade 5, while also assisting in athletic program coordination. This role emphasizes fostering a joyful learning environment and promoting healthy competition among students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of a physical education program and curriculum for grades Early Childhood-grade 5
• Teach and supervise classes independently and co-teach with other PE teachers
• Set high learning and behavioral expectations while maintaining a climate of responsibility, safety, enthusiasm, and fun
• Demonstrate multicultural competency for teaching and working in a diverse, inclusive community
• Provide constructive, timely feedback that fosters a growth mindset in students
• Assist Athletic Director in payment and confirmation of officials
• Assist in coordinating and posting practice and game schedules for gym and fields
• Write and post alerts and/or messages to students, parents, and families regarding athletic updates, cancellations, changes, etc.
• Assist with social media posts and graphics
• Supervise and assist at home games during the school year (afternoons)

Requirements

• An experienced educator with a background working with K-8 grade levels preferred
• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, administration, and parents/guardians

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in teaching physical education
• Knowledge of child development and best practices for teaching children from Early Childhood-grade 8
• An infectious sense of fun
• Commitment to multiculturalism, equity, and inclusion

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated faculty and staff
• Engagement in a community focused on student growth and development