Essential Functions

• Provide engaging and developmentally appropriate physical education and health instruction for Upper School
  students
• Collaborate with fellow faculty and staff to design integrated, student-centered lesson plans and units that align
  with the PE/Health curriculum
• Co-teach with fellow faculty and staff as needed to deliver the PE/Health curriculum
• Maintain responsibility for overall course coordination and tracking of student progress
• Plan, evaluate, revise lesson plans, course content, course materials and methods of instruction based upon movement concepts and desired fitness
• Utilizes the school’s learning management system, Schoology, to post course content and materials weekly
• Uses effective class management techniques that are aligned with the school’s approach to ensure effective
  learning
• Communicate and meet with families, return phone calls, and emails and notes in a timely manner
• Maintains expertise in physical education and pedagogy through professional development
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain andimprove professional competence
• Engaged in the life of the school beyond professional responsibilities
• Communicate and meet with families, return phone calls, and emails and notes in a timely manner
• Coach at least one competitive team sport per year in MS, JV, or varsity level
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of Upper School
• Serve as an Upper School Advisor to 10-15 students

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in Physical Education and/or related field
• An affinity for working with children
• Committed to supporting the school’s strategic initiatives
• Committed to inclusion and issues of social justice and equity
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Passion for working with pre-teens and early teenage groups with patience and understanding for the age group
• Positive, high energy and demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment
• Passionate about teaching and learning
• Warm, friendly, outgoing and committed to excellence
• Proficient in using technology
• Able to use basic office equipment
• Supports Shorecrest’s core mission and values

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

•  Work in a highly involved and busy environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Work primarily in a gymnasium or outdoor environment which may include outside weather conditions consisting of extreme heat and cold
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time

About Shorecrest Preparatory School

Founded in 1923, Shorecrest is one of the oldest independent schools in Florida serving approximately 950 students from PK to Grade 12. Last year, more than 60% of its graduates matriculated to universities outside the state of Florida. Its curriculum is challenging and offers students multiple opportunities for advanced study through its extensive AP program, advanced elective offerings, and an Independent Study option. St. Petersburg is a vibrant and growing city, named as one of the world’s most attractive small cities for art. It has a lively downtown, abuzz with outdoor concerts and markets, and it is within minutes of some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.

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