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Position: Lower School Physical Education Teacher / Coach

Windermere Preparatory School is seeking a dynamic Lower School Physical Education teacher. As well as a passion for teaching, the successful candidate will provide our students with an inspirational, educational experience. Ideal candidate will also serve as Football Coach or girl’s volleyball coach. 

The successful candidate will have the following skills, background and interest:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree, preferably with a specialization in Physical and Health Education or related field
• Prior experience teaching Physical Education in a lower school setting, preferable in an independent school (minimum 3 years)
• Teaching credential preferred
• Ability to articulate the Mission and Vision of the school
• Evidence and commitment to a collaborative approach with a team of talented educators.
• Ability to take direction, provide feedback and execute plans accordingly
• Desire to provide inspirational learning experiences for students where health and fitness are concerned
• Create an environment that fosters a growth mindset for students
• Ability to mentor and coach students in assigned coaching sport

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with the Physical Education team members on curriculum, instruction and assessment
• Develop and teach Physical Education classes to students in Preschool-Grade 5 (as assigned) with a focus on overall developmentally appropriate skill development and fitness.
• Support the social-emotional development of students with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, sportspersonship, problem solving and conflict resolution
• Work in partnership with faculty, parents and administration as an advocate for student success.
• Exercise proactive class management within an atmosphere of respect and community following the Responsive Classroom approach.
• Follow academic reporting and other school protocols as applicable
• Attend and participate in regular faculty meetings and interdisciplinary collaborations
• Serve as a coach in our Athletics program (current needs include football or girls’ volleyball)

About Windermere Preparatory School

Windermere Preparatory School is located on a beautiful 48-acre campus in Southwest Orange County. Windermere Preparatory School's academic approach is built on complex problem solving and critical thinking, emphasizes intellectual, personal, emotional and social growth, and culminates with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Educating The Whole Child While academic achievement is Windermere Preparatory School's highest priority, it is complemented and enriched by a multitude of resources and extracurricular activities, such as fine and performing arts, athletics, clubs and community service. Through personalized learning and innovative curriculum, committed teachers provide instruction that develops and educates the whole child, both inside and outside the classroom. To learn more about Windermere Preparatory School, please choose the grade level that applies to you: Early Childhood – Ages 3-4 (Pre-Kindergarten), Kindergarten Lower School – Grades One through Five Middle School – Grades Six through Eight Upper School – Grades Nine through Twelve Boarding Program - Grades Seven through Twelve

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