Physical Education Teacher and Coach: 2026-2027

School Year : Academic School Year, 2026-2027 Supervisor : Director of Athletics and Physical Education FLSA : Full Time Exempt Summary Friends Academy seeks an energetic collaborative educator, who is current with best practices within secondary school athletics and K-12 physical education, with a focus on 21st‑century learning skills. An undergraduate degree is required. Successful experience teaching physical education, experience with early learners and coaching at the secondary level is needed. Successful candidates must have strong organizational, time management skills, and be able to supervise students in and out of the classroom. We are looking for someone who is student‑centered and excited to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, and the community. Our athletic teams compete with great success in Section VIII. Though we are one of the smallest schools in the league – and the only independent school – we've fielded championship teams in all of our sports. We currently have 20 Varsity Sports and ten middle school sports offered. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Meet the physical demands essential to this position. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Dynamic, hands‑on Coach/Teacher who emphasizes problem‑solving while building relationships with students. Commitment to professional development and athletics curriculum development. Motivates students through age‑appropriate student physical fitness. The physical education teacher will, in accordance with each individual student’s ability, develop motor skills, strength, agility, poise, and coordination. Demonstrates knowledge of grade‑level physical education activities including individual, dual and/or team sports to promote physical activity and develop motor skills, physical development, and proper exercise through physical fitness. Develops innovative instructional methodologies that are reflective of research and best practices for students to engage in physical education and takes all precautions to provide for the health and safety of the students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities. Teaches Four sections of physical education and advisor to Upper School students. Coach middle school sports and at least two varsity sports. Performs other duties as assigned that are appropriate for the position, and supports and contributes to the life of the school. Education and/or Experience Experience coaching high school sports is preferred, specifically the sport of Baseball and Football. Bachelor's Degree Required‑ preferred physical education degree. Background screening required (fingerprinting). Salary The expected hourly pay range is $73,000‑$80,000 per year. The actual compensation will be based on the candidates’ relevant and transferable years of service, and other factors, which include internal peer equity, the market and other organizational considerations. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Able to move around and across the campus and stand for long periods of time. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather and to bloodborne pathogens. Our Commitment to Diversity Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world as we deepen and elevate our educational program. Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining exceptional, dedicated people of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of age, color, disability status, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. It is Friends Academy’s policy to comply with all applicable laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools