Primary (1st–3rd) and 4th–5th (Boys) PE Teacher

Berkeley Hall School MissionFull-Time, On-Campus Position Founded in 1911, Berkeley Hall School is a Nursery through 8th grade non-sectarian, independent school in Los Angeles, California. Our mission is to “empower children to fulfill their unlimited, God-given potential as fearless scholars and conscientious citizens.” We utilize a growth-mindset approach to learning, emphasizing character education based on our core values–Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Compassion.Berkeley Hall School actively seeks diversity in our administration, faculty, and student body. We approach teaching and learning in ways that are enriched by the variety of backgrounds and perspectives each person brings to create a community built upon relationships of awareness and trust.Berkeley Hall School is looking for an energetic, knowledgeable, and dedicated Primary (1st–3rd grade) and 4th–5th Boys Physical Education Teacher. Candidates for this position embrace the BHS Physical Education mission to empower students to fulfill their God-given potential as lifelong movers through physical literacy. They are expected to teach student athletes to make sense of a variety of factors in athletic environments to move with decisiveness, effectiveness, and efficiency, based on SHAPE America’s National Content Standards. This position provides an educational environment that is safe, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate.This position includes but is not limited to the following duties:Teaches PE Classes for primary (1st–3rd) grades and 4th–5th boys.Develops and delivers curriculum (scope & sequence) for all 5 sections, yearly plans, unit plans, daily plans, assessments that are age-appropriate and standards-based in collaboration with the Athletic Director, including plans for Human Development Units for 4th and 5th grade boys.Stays current on best practices and pedagogical approaches to teaching physical education.Monitors locker rooms for safety, student behavior, and cleanliness.Collaborates with PE & IM/MS Departments about curriculum alignment and implementation, rubrics and assessment, scheduling of facilities and activities, equipment, and major events.Maintains class webpages with up-to-date information and news.Proactively develops professional teaching practice through professional associations, education, reading, professional development, and contact with other schools, and stays current with the latest teaching and subject matter research and trends.Communicates with parents, as appropriate, regarding tardiness, absence, health, accidents, grades, materials, concerns, and discipline issues.Supports team sports through assisting with major components of field/court setup (e.g. lining field, bleacher placement, scoreboard setup), recruitment, uniform management, substituting as coach or scorekeeper for practices or games, stocking first aid kits, and other duties as needed.Assists with special projects in the Athletics Department—Assembly, Track Meet, and other projects.Plans and leads developmentally appropriate SEL and character education activities for students which align with BHS mission and core values.Actively engages in SEL and DEIB professional development and implementation.Cooperates with administration to ensure effective function of department and delivery of education to students.Participates in school-wide events and programs as needed (i.e., electives, coaching, club facilitation, advisory, outdoor education initiatives, admissions, house days, duties/ supervisions).Maintains First Aid/CPR & Lifeguarding and other certifications.Follows guidelines for fulfillment of duties as described in the Employee Handbook.Performs other duties as assigned. QualificationsBachelor of Arts/Science degree (required)Teacher certification (preferred)Three to five years’ coaching experience, preferably in a school setting, and management of teamsLive Scan and TB ClearanceA commitment to the mission and core beliefs of Berkeley Hall SchoolSkillsFlexibility in lesson planning to accommodate student learning needs and long-term non-participation, and adjust for rain, fire, remote learningEnergetic, quick-thinking, patient, loving demeanor towards childrenHas a working understanding of major sports including basketball, softball, swimming, soccer, tennis, football, volleyball, fitness, track and fieldUnderstands and implements age-appropriate classroom management strategies for PETakes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities, and encourages safety habits in organized game activitiesExhibits and encourages a growth mindsetAbility to multitask and meet deadlinesTakes initiative and is a self-starterThoughtfully and effectively communicates with colleagues, administration, students, and parentsAbility to maintain effective working relationships; is a team player and puts relationships firstTeaches with courage and emotional agility - a high level of emotional intelligence is requiredMoves through uncertainty and adversity with grace and balanceAbility to give and receive feedback effectively and efficientlyCommitment to BHS diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiativesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and GSuiteProficient in MacBooks, iPads, and associated applications and technologiesPhysical RequirementsRegularly sits, talks, listensBe able to regularly lift and move 50+ poundsRegularly uses close, distance, and peripheral visionRegularly uses hands for fine manipulation and graspingDaily uses loud voice to communicate in outdoor environmentsTurns, bends, reaches, talks, hears, walks, runs, stands, kneels, and sitsAbility to walk 60–acre campus throughout the dayExposure to environmental noise, heat, cold, wind, rain