About the

Position:

The Shefa School is seeking a Physical Education Teacher for immediate hire for the Lower School and Middle School. This is a five-day-per-week position, with the option to work a four-day schedule at prorated compensation.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the PE team in teaching physical education classes to students in both the lower and middle schools Develop lessons and activities to teach organized cooperative games Develop lessons for skill development to participate successfully in hobby and leisure sports Deliver instruction using a direct instructional approach for all tasks and routines Follow student behavioral protocols such as Responsive Classroom and the LS and MS Behavioral Intervention plans Manage classroom routines and behavior Build relationships with students Represent physical education program at school wide events and celebrations such as yearly Curriculum Night and weekly Oneg Communicate regularly with families Collaborate with other faculty Oversee recess and special athletic activities, such as

Field Day Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a school setting and coaching or teaching athletics to students. Experience with health education and/or working with students with language-based learning disabilities are a plus. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and comfort with risk-taking and ambiguity. We seek teachers who thrive in highly collaborative environments, who are reflective and committed to growth, who have strong communication skills, and who demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.