The Packer Collegiate Institute is looking for a Leave Replacement for Lower, Middle and Upper School Physical Education Teacher. The position offers an opportunity to be a part of the Physical Education department. Candidates should be able to work in collaboration with current members to continue the growth of the program and a willingness to offer new ideas and initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Early Learning/ Lower School Responsibilities:

• Lead or assist with dance classes in Kindergarten.

• Work with other members of the Physical Education to create lesson plans and develop curriculum.

• Continue professional development by attending meetings.

Middle/ Upper School Responsibilities:

• Teach and take attendance for racquet sports volleyball,, fitness, for 7/8th grade students and 9-12th grade students.

• Cover Middle School Lunch Duties

• Work with other members of the Physical Education department to create lesson plans and develop curriculum.

• Continue professional development by attending meetings

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

• Familiarity with Reggio Emilia method preferred.

• Thorough understanding of pedagogy and best practices of education.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Assess student performance and communicate student progress to families.

• Assess student performance and write narrative reports to communicate student progress to families.

· Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Creative analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education:

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Experience:

• Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of prior teaching experience

Physical Demands

Must be able to traverse school facilities and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency.

Include Reasonable Accommodations: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Packer's values and vision of educational excellence include embracing diversity, fostering community, nurturing a sense of belonging, and ensuring all learners are valued and challenged. We actively embrace the diversity of New York City and seek employees who share Packer’s values of equity, inclusion, and belonging, and who wish to learn from the experiences and perspectives of others. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and perspectives may be underrepresented.

Salaries are determined based on a scale reflecting years of teaching experience and level of education.

The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.