Physical Education Teacher leave replacement-MS/US

Ethical Culture Fieldston School•New York, NY

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Ethical Culture Fieldston School (ECFS) is seeking a Physical Education Teacher to serve as a leave replacement for Middle School and Upper School classes. The candidate should be dynamic, creative, and experienced in best practices for physical education. Physical Education classes include sports skills, fitness classes, recreational activities, and swimming. This individual will join a team of committed and collaborative colleagues. The leave replacement position is expected to be from October 13, 2026, through December 18, 2026. This is a 1.0 FTE (full time equivalency) position. This is an onsite role and not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in physical education or a related field is required
Prior experience and proven ability in teaching physical education in grades 6-12
The ability to teach different methods and strategies to meet students' needs
A passion for teaching with a pleasant and positive demeanor toward all forms of teaching and learning
The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the overall community
A commitment to cultural competency and to fostering an inclusive environment that supports students of all backgrounds
Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills
A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback
The ability to manage time effectively, stay organized, and prioritize required tasks
A commitment to engaging in ongoing professional development and proficiency in utilizing and learning new technologies ( i.e. , Google Workspace tools)
Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance
The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree is highly preferred
A certification in CPR/First Aid/ AED is highly recommended
Swimming Certification is recommended

Responsibilities

Teaching Middle/Upper School physical education classes
Teaching sports skills, team sports, fitness classes, recreational activities, and swimming
Having a collaborative approach with other colleagues, including sharing resources and communicating about curriculum and students
Preparing for and communicating details about student performance and growth with parents and/or guardians at scheduled conferences
Appropriately addressing student behavioral issues and other challenges that may arise in the classroom in order to maintain a safe environment and a sense of calm in such situations
Maintaining accurate student record keeping including grades and attendance
Providing encouragement to students to help support their social and emotional growth
Ensuring confidentiality of student information as necessary
Attending all departmental, divisional, and school-wide meetings as required
Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards
Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned