Physical Education Teacher

Title: Physical Education Teacher

Primary Responsibilities: Teaches Physical Education classes to Grades 4-8

Credentials and Requirements: Master's Degree or equivalent in teaching.

Hours/Classification: Full-Time Monday through Friday;  Exempt; In-Person; 10-month position.

Expectation of Employee Civility and Commitment 

The Hamlin School seeks to hire employees who will support and implement the school’s mission and Creed at all times. Hamlin employees are known for being compassionate, collaborative, and dedicated professionals who treat their colleagues and supervisors with respect and who take seriously the daily care of Hamlin students. As such, Hamlin employees pay close attention to the students’ social-emotional wellbeing, their physical and mental health, and their moral development. Hamlin employees are committed to their own personal and professional growth; thus, they pay close attention to the research and innovations that impact their respective fields. All employees are expected to be flexible thinkers and nimble actors in support of the school’s overarching strategic goals and demonstrate a commitment to their colleagues’ success.

At The Hamlin School, we are committed to a policy of equal employment for all applicants and employees. As part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, we recruit and hire applicants with diverse backgrounds and with professional experience that shows their commitment to K-8 education and being a contributing member of the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Teach physical education classes to students in Grades 4-8
• Supports Hamlin’s Mission and Creed
• Teach with an understanding of the development and growth of Middle School girls 
• Plans physical education program to promote the development of students’ physical attributes, social skills, and life long activity skills
• Explains, demonstrates, evaluates, and coaches individual and team sports, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and of capabilities of students
• Organizes, leads, instructs, and referees indoor and outdoor games such as volleyball, soccer, basketball, badminton, paddleball, and lacrosse
• Instructs individuals or groups in beginning or advanced calisthenics, stretches, or corrective exercises, determining type and level of difficulty of exercises, corrections needed and prescribed movements
• Confers with students, parents, faculty, and school administration to resolve student behavior issues
• Cultivates parent support via email, phone calls, conferences, and report card comments
• Collaborates with colleagues throughout the divisions in order to support students, develop curriculum, ensure best practices, and manage facilities
• Selects, orders, stores, and inventories equipment, materials, and supplies 
• Respond readily to emergencies or injuries, as required in the school's Safety Handbook

• Chaperones an outdoor education trip for 3-4 nights (additional stipend paid)

• Participate in faculty, division, department, and advisory team meetings, and admissions/school events
• Attend grade level meetings for collaborative discussion and sharing of student concerns
• Pursue relevant opportunities for professional growth and development 
• Coaches an after-school sport: volleyball, basketball, soccer, track & field, cross country, or running club 

• • Teaches and demonstrates appropriate athletic techniques
  • Teaches game rules and strategy
  • Manages team during competitions
  • Communicates with parent body, carpool coordinator, and Athletic Director via meetings and email

Physical Requirements:

• This position is 100% on site.
• Ability to lift and carry packages and equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform physical tasks throughout the day.
• Demonstrate normal depth perception 
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, operate standard office equipment, and use a telephone 
• See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids 
• Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone with or without auditory aides 

Work Authorization Requirements

• Clear the Department of Justice background screening (Livescan) 
• Authorized to work in the United States (I-9)
• Provide health (TB) clearance (an update is expected every four years)