Physical Education Teacher

Job Description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, is currently seeking a K-8 Physical Education Teacher starting in Fall 2026 at an independent school in Manhattan, NY.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be a creative, dynamic, and experienced physical education teacher. They shall inspire a passion for physical activity and strategically utilize the campus, buildings and resources for creative physical education classes and curriculum.

The candidate will foster a student-centered, 21st century classroom environment where all students are encouraged to offer up their ideas and to welcome the notion that learning extends beyond the classroom. In keeping with the mission of the school, the successful candidate will support individual students so they thrive academically.

The successful candidate will :

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• Possess a passionate enthusiasm for their craft
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• Be a thought-leader in the field of teaching physical education, be well-informed of the latest techniques and topics in physical education instruction and skillful in implementing those techniques and topics
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• Collaborate with the physical education department, the learning services team, other faculty groups, and administrators to plan and implement departmental and school-wide goals
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• Coach middle school Cross Country and Track & Field teams
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• Work closely with parents, teachers, colleagues and division heads to support the development and well-being of students
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• Possess strong interpersonal, communication, writing, and organizational skills
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In addition to teaching, full-time faculty members may serve as student advisors, club mentors, and contribute in other significant ways to the work of the community. Schools are especially interested in candidates with coaching experience and/or those who can demonstrate initiative and serve as coaches in a variety of significant ways outside of the classroom. Other supervisory responsibilities and duties are shared among faculty members.

Physical Education Teacher Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's degree in physical education, exercise science and/or education is preferred.
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• At least 2-3 years of previous K-12 teaching experience.
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• No teaching license or credential is required.
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• Strong interpersonal as well as written and verbal communication skills.
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• Organized, dependable, and eager to contribute to the school community.
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Potential Benefits:

Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

Competitive pay

Professional Development Opportunities

✏️ Classroom Resources

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan – Employer match

⛱️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

Housing (boarding schools)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.