Position Summary and Overview:

Reporting to the Athletic Director, the Physical Education Head Teacher is responsible for delivering instruction that is developmentally appropriate and responsive to the needs of students with language-based learning disabilities. The Head Teacher serves as the lead educator in the classroom and works collaboratively with Assistant Teacher(s), Grade Lead and Department Coordinator, related service providers, and specialists to support student learning. Head Teachers are responsible for planning, instruction, classroom culture, communication, maintaining student records, and classroom leadership.

Essential Expectations

• Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values (kindness, respect, integrity, perseverance, responsibility)
• Foster a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for students
• Interact with colleagues in a respectful and collegial manner that fosters a healthy faculty culture
• Appropriately carry out specific assignments as determined by the supervisor
• Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion
• Honor the confidentiality of school, student, and family information
• Comply with all school policies and procedures as articulated in the school’s faculty handbook
• Authentically engage in self-reflection and annual personal and professional growth.

Duties and Responsibilities*

• Instructional Planning and Teaching
• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate Physical Education instruction for K–12 students, emphasizing safety, inclusivity, enjoyment, differentiation, and skill acquisition.
• Design lessons that build knowledge, understanding, fitness, and motor skill development aligned to program goals and standards.
• Modify curriculum and instructional materials to meet the diverse needs of students with language-based learning disabilities.
• Utilize educational technology to enhance instruction, engagement, and accessibility.
• Classroom Management and Student Support
• Maintain an organized, consistent classroom management system.
• Utilize learning management and student information systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Seesaw) to support instruction, documentation, and communication.
• Collaboration and Communication
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues on curriculum development, program design, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Initiate and maintain ongoing communication with families regarding student progress, concerns, and successes.
• Attend relevant staff meetings, professional development, and school events as required.
• Assess student learning and performance using clear criteria; maintain accurate records and complete narrative and/or standards-based report cards as required.
• Participate fully in school life, which may include coaching an interscholastic athletics team and supporting community events as needed.

*Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience in Physical Education or a related role, with demonstrated effectiveness across multiple age groups.
• BA or BS in Physical Education, Kinesiology, closely related field and/or Special Education; MA or MS preferred
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid (Pediatric/Adult) certifications.
• Completed concussion-awareness training (or willingness to complete prior to start date).
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and the ability to inspire students and student-athletes to achieve high standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• High degree of technology proficiency, including comfort with educational platforms and student information systems.
• Proven ability to establish a positive learning environment with effective classroom management and behavior-support practices.
• Experience playing and/or coaching a team sport at the high school level; collegiate playing/coaching experience preferred.
• Enthusiasm for athletics, wellness, and student learning, and a commitment to supporting a thriving school community.

Compensation:

• The Physical Education Teacher is a 10-month, in-person role with a start date of August 2026. The salary range for this position is $68,000 - $85,000
• Employee Benefits Package: 10 days annual personal/sick time, annual merit-based bonus pay, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability income benefits, flexible spending account, health savings account, commuter benefits, paid family leave, daily complimentary lunch, professional development opportunities, 403(b) retirement plan with 7% employer contribution after 2-years employment.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should send:

• Current resume;
• Cover letter and;
• references

In PDF format to the Director of Athletics and Physical Education, Evangelos Apergis at eapergis@churchillschoolnyc.org. Candidates should make sure to outline all experiences relevant to the position. Furthermore, Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.

The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.

Churchill’s Vision

A world where students with language-based learning disabilities embrace their learning differences and see limitless possibilities.

Churchill’s Mission

To provide an innovative and transformational K-12 learning community that empowers students with language-based learning disabilities.

About Churchill School and Center

Churchill’s Vision: A world where students with language-based learning disabilities embrace their learning differences and see limitless possibilities. Churchill’s Mission: To provide an innovative and transformational K-12 learning community that empowers students with language-based learning disabilities.

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