PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER - Probationary
Period: 2026-2027
Union Position-Covered by Collective Bargaining Agreement
Status: Non-Exempt
FTE: Full Time
As of: January 28, 2026

Founded in 1947, the United Nations International School (UNIS) is a Pre-K through Grade 12 independent school in Manhattan, serving a diverse, global community. About half of UNIS families are affiliated with the United Nations, while the rest are internationally minded New York–based parents. Guided by the ideals of the United Nations, UNIS provides an inclusive learning environment where rigorous international programs foster academic excellence, creativity, innovation, and cross-cultural communication, inspiring students to help build a peaceful, compassionate, and sustainable world.

UNIS seeks an experienced Physical Education Teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or related and at least three years of experience with elementary, middle, and high school children. In addition, the following skills: ensure a positive environment, communicate effectively, and maintain accurate record keeping.  The Physical Education Teacher is dedicated, student focused and committed to providing an interactive learning environment. The Physical Education Teacher collaborates with all members of the school community to meet the needs of students and promote the philosophy of school.

This position reports to the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Physical Education Teacher’s responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to:

COMPENSATION
Compensation is between $67,745 to $111,974 commensurate with years of experience as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (salary is prorated for part-time or temporary positions).

*Pending the completion of collective bargaining negotiations currently underway

APPLICATION
All candidates must submit an electronic application via the school website: https://www.unis.org/about-unis/employment. Supporting documentation, such as a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation, must be uploaded to the electronic application. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be ongoing.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job posting describes you, then please apply for this role.

The United Nations International School provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, height, weight, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.