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Job Title:  Athletics Instructor
Reports to: Assistant Head of School
Status:  Part-time (30 hours per week/Benefits eligible)

EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:  Promotes the image of the school and supports its mission, vision, and goals by exhibiting the following behavior: excellence, competence, innovation, collaboration, respect, resourcefulness, flexibility, and accountability. Uses positive and professional language and exhibits loyalty to the school at all times.  Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias. All employees must be punctual and ready to greet children when they arrive. 

SUMMARY: The Athletics Instructor is an engaging and passionate 6th-8th grade Athletics teacher focused on inspiring the students to bring out their absolute best, teach innovative physical activity-based classes, and is open to collaboration with colleagues. The Athletics instructor also commits to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all Hanger Hall students and parents/caregivers. This is a 30 hour a week teaching position with a comprehensive benefit package. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to employment@hangerhall.org. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES include the following; others may be assigned:

• Act as a supporter of each child offering warmth, security, stability and non-judgmental acceptance.
• Develops and implements curriculum while providing clear, interesting, and relevant lessons.
• Is responsible for the safety and physical well being of the children and all times.
• Adheres to professional standards as an educator for the purpose of maintaining quality and excellence.
• Consistently works to teach courteous behavior and conflict resolution.
• Follows all policies and procedures of the school as written in the employee and parent handbooks.
• Maintains clear and accurate records including attendance records, progress reports and e-mails to parents.
• Supervises children on campus and in areas where athletics class may take place. 
• Maintains ongoing communication with parents regarding children’s specific needs and school operational needs.
• Takes responsibility for the care of teaching materials and equipment. Organizes storage of supplies, materials, and activities.
• Reports all accidents or unusual situations to the Assistant Head of School or Head of School and completes an accident report as necessary.
• Notifies the Assistant Head of School immediately of personal difficulties with children, parents, or staff members.
• Assists with developing other projects, programs, and planning as requested by the Assistant Head of School and Head of School.

OTHER DUTIES include:

• Will chaperone the beginning of school trip (Camp Kick-Off) and one grade’s overnight field trip over the course of the school year.. 
• Will be expected to drive the bus or van on some field trips or school trips.
• Will be an open, creative and communicative member of our Hanger Hall faculty family.
• Will engage in Professional Development Activities through Hanger Hall’s Professional Development Partnership with World Savvy.

The ideal candidate must: 

• Hold at least a bachelor's degree;
• Have prior experience working with children;
• Be passionate about sports and games;
• Be able to offer warmth, security, stability and non-judgmental acceptance of each student. 

About Hanger Hall School for Girls

Hanger Hall provides each student a superior middle school education in an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes a sense of belonging, creativity, self-confidence, personal motivation and a desire for knowledge. In partnership with parents, Hanger Hall encourages our students to develop the living and learning skills necessary to succeed in life and to contribute to the betterment of the world.

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