Graland Country Day School
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Description
Graland Country Day School is seeking a K-5 physical education teacher who will also function as a middle school athletics coach for grades 6-8. In addition to possessing a degree in physical education, the successful candidate will be an experienced teacher and coach who understands school environments and the unique needs of both lower and middle school students.
Responsibilities:
- Models caring, respect, patience, and appreciation of differences.
- Provides a safe environment for students.
- Recognizes the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity (DEI) work and continues growth as a culturally responsive educator.
- Represents school in position and in community.
- Participates in effective communication that is responsible, descriptive, and nonjudgmental.
- Demonstrates a growth mindset, open to feedback, and new learning.
- Supports collective efforts of the school on instructional and non-instructional sides, in addition to team responsibilities.
- Upholds school, employee and family confidentiality.
- Believes in an educational approach that is aligned with the Graland mission and philosophy.
Qualifications:
- An experienced educator, background working with K-8 grade levels preferred.
- Has a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred.
- Possesses strong organization and communication skills.
- Maintains effective relationships with students, faculty, administration, and parents/guardians.
- Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Demonstrates ease with technology, including adoption of the LMS.
- Ability to actively participate in classes and practices by demonstrating sports specific skill sets which may include but are not limited to bending, twisting, throwing, foot striking and lifting weights.