Scholar Enrichment Coach - Physical Education
About The Position
Independence Preparatory Academy is a new, academically challenging, highly structured, and joyful K-8 school in Fairfield, AL. We are on a mission to equip all students with the academic tenacity and strength of character necessary to choose their destiny and create a fulfilling life. We develop empowered learners through agency, purpose, and tenacity. In August 2025, Independence Preparatory Academy opened its doors to 60 students in kindergarten through second grade. We will continue to grow until we reach a total capacity of 485 students in kindergarten through eighth grade. We are actively building a team that shares our belief that with rigorous academics, high-quality instruction, and character development, all students can excel in high school, college, and life.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of college coursework or an Associate’s degree (preferred)
- At least 2-3+ years of professional experience working with children in education, youth development, counseling, leadership development, or related fields
- Belief in our scholars and our community
- Passion for scholar-centered learning
- Commitment to learning and iterating
- Openness to giving and receiving feedback
- Entrepreneurial spirit: building from the ground up
- Collaboration with other adults and families
- Commitment to student agency and advocacy
- Commitment to supporting students in finding their purpose
- Commitment to mastery-based grading
- Commitment to profound learning experiences
- Commitment to hard quantitative academics
- Commitment to holistic indicators for success
- Confidence in describing your identity, purpose, and passions
Responsibilities
- Facilitate engaging and developmentally appropriate physical education lessons for scholars
- Teach teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, and healthy habits through movement and play
- Maintain safe, structured, and joyful learning environments during all physical activities
- Reinforce school-wide behavior systems and SOAR values consistently
- Support scholars in building confidence, self-discipline, and resilience
- Contribute to school-wide culture initiatives, celebrations, and events
- Support supervision duties, transitions, recess, and other operational responsibilities as assigned
Benefits
- Coaching & professional development
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- 403(b) retirement plan; iPrep offers contributions of up to 5% of your salary toward your savings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
