Athletic Director & Upper Grades Physical Education Teacher (Grades 5-8) 2026-27

The Athletic Director & PE Teacher is responsible for delivering a developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum rooted in Waldorf pedagogy, while also organizing and overseeing the school’s interscholastic athletics program. A key focus of this role is the planning, coordination, and execution of co-ed volleyball games and middle school girls’ and boys’ basketball games, fostering healthy competition, sportsmanship, and community. 

Physical Education Teaching (Grades 5–8) 

• Teach engaging, well-structured PE classes that promote physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, and joy in movement 

• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and the ability to work effectively with middle school students 

• Differentiate instruction to meet a range of developmental stages and abilities 

• Model fairness, respect, and enthusiasm for sport 

• Develop curriculum and plan lessons that develop and reinforce movement skills.  

Athletic Program leadership

• Serve as Athletic Director for the middle school athletics program.

• Organize, schedule, and oversee co-ed volleyball games and girls’ and boys’ basketball games 

• Coordinate practices, game schedules, transportation, officials, and facilities as needed 

• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive athletic environment for all students 

• Collaborate with school leadership and faculty to align athletics with the school’s mission and values 

Events work

• With support from the Lower Grades Games Teacher, plans and executes Harvest Festival, Brooklyn Waldorf School’s version of a field day in Fort Greene Park. 

• Support May Fair

Community & Parent Communication

• Maintain clear, timely, and professional communication with parents regarding schedules, expectations, and student participation 

• Build positive relationships with families, colleagues, and partner schools 

• Represent the school with professionalism at games and events 

Requirements

• Passion for sport, movement, and working with middle school students 

• Experience teaching physical education and/or coaching youth athletics (middle school preferred) 

• Strong organizational and leadership skills 

• Ability to manage groups effectively and set clear, developmentally appropriate expectations 

• Excellent communication skills, particularly with parents and caregivers 

Benefits

• Full-Time Faculty, yearly employment agreement 

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, non-exempt 

• Benefits include medical and dental health insurance coverage, retirement, flexible spending and Metrocards (where applicable) 

• Opportunities for professional development 

• Reduced tuition for dependents 

• Childcare during faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences