Middle/Upper School Physical Education Teacher Job at Dwight Englewood School
Dwight-Englewood School, the largest independent school in Bergen County, NJ, and a growing, vibrant, and diverse learning community in the New York City metro area, is seeking to fill a full time teaching position for a passionate educator with a strong background in physical education, health and fitness/wellness programs at both the middle and upper school levels. The position also includes two seasons of coaching in the athletic department, which may require the candidate begin in mid-August, 2023. The department philosophy encompasses the common goal for teaching students to live healthy and active lifestyles within a positive and diverse learning environment. Individuals who apply should be extremely responsible and highly motivated to teach and to make interdisciplinary connections across the various divisions of the school. In addition to teaching, our faculty members are involved in a variety of activities critical to the education of students at Dwight-Englewood School.
Responsibilities:
In addition to teaching a full load of classes, the position includes:
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Teaching middle school health and physical education classes
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Teaching upper school courses related to group exercise and fitness
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Serve as an advisor to a small group of students
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Coach two seasons of athletics (options include: Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Softball)
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Supervision of locker room
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Other duties, as assigned
Qualifications: The ideal candidate should have excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills; demonstrate the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse educational environment, and have strong interpersonal skills, warmth, humor and energy. B.S. in health and physical education or its equivalent is required. Experience in developing or working in a wellness environment is advantageous as well as candidates who enjoy working with young adolescents. Candidates having certifications in the areas of health education, Yoga and Mindfulness, Strength and Conditioning, Spinning and, in the playing or coaching of multiple sports will be given extra consideration, especially those who have experience in the areas of diversity and cultural competency work.
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