Swim Teacher for Physical Education
Summary
| Title: | Swim Teacher for Physical Education |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1339 |
| Department: | Athletics and Wellness |
Description
Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City's oldest independent school for girls. As an independent, Catholic school, educating students in Pre-K through 12, we are part of an international network of 160 schools. We are committed to a set of principles shared by all Sacred Heart Schools. Known as the "Goals and Criteria," these principles articulate the core components of a Sacred Heart education and charge our community with a unified educational mission.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to building a community that is anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to building a community that is anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.
Swim Teacher for Physical Education
Beginning August 21, 2024
Position: Swim Teacher for Physical Education
Reports to: Head of Athletics & Wellness
FLSA: Exempt, full time
Salary Range: $65,000 – $90,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience
Summary:
The Swim Teacher for Physical Education primarily works in the 55,000 ft Athletics and Wellness Center located at 406 East 91st Street in conjunction with the Aquatics Director and as a part of the school’s physical education team. They have primary responsibilities for the instruction of a quality aquatics program/swim school to serve the Sacred Heart students. They will also have additional opportunities as a swim coach (November - February) and the potential to teach land-based physical education classes and coach additional sports.
Responsibilities:
- Lead introductory water safety and aquatics lessons for children Pre-K - 1st grade
- Plan and instruct aquatics physical education classes providing diverse course offerings for students in grades 2-9, emphasizing safety, fun, and skill development
- Supervise associate teachers when teaching lower school aquatics lessons
- Lifeguarding assignments, locker room supervision, and bus duties as necessary and as assigned by the Head of Athletics & Wellness
- Collaborate with the Aquatics Director to train student lifeguards and swim instructors in grades 10-12
- Assist with land-based Physical Education classes as required for grades Pre-K - 8th grade
- Evaluate and assess student performance in physical education classes
- Coach a middle school or upper school swim team in the winter season (Nov - Feb) with the potential to coach another team in the fall and/or spring season
- Communicate effectively with students and faculty about student progress
- Collaborate and participate actively with the physical education department on innovative curriculum design and program development
- ​Maintain good professional and collaborative relationships with colleagues
- Attend department and faculty meetings
- Commit to personal growth through active participation in professional development
- Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or related field, with Masters degree strongly preferred
- Two years of relevant swim instruction experience with a youth-based aquatics program, with a proven history across different age ranges. Experience in a USA Swimming club program with technical knowledge of competitive swimming preferred.
- A passion for swimming and developing young swimmers with a commitment to motivate swimmers of all backgrounds and abilities
- The following certifications or similar:
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
- CPR, AED, First Aid, and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
- Strong leadership, motivational, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Computer literacy and technological proficiency
- Effective classroom management skills and a true passion for teaching
- Knowledge of, appreciation for, and demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-bias education, multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy
- Proficient with current educational technology, especially blended learning platforms, and strategies
- A willingness and commitment to advance the goals and mission of Sacred Heart while adhering to the rules, policies, and regulations established by Sacred Heart and the Division of Athletics and Wellness is critical
- The physical ability to perform routine pool duties, including lifting and moving pool supplies and equipment, including lane lines and touch pads, among other things
- Experience in youth development through aquatics and aquatics safety
- A demonstrated success as a swimming coach and instructor (2+ years of swimming coaching experience preferred, along with collegiate swimming experience)
- Additional certifications, including Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) and CPR instructor desirable
- Experience teaching lower, middle school, and upper school physical education, including familiarity with lesson planning, rubrics, and various assessment styles
- A demonstrated, collaborative approach to working with other physical education team members in planning and implementing a balanced physical education program
It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, military status, Vietnam or other veteran status, sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, unemployment status or any other status protected by law. In addition to the protected classifications included in our EEO policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, training, faculty development, promotion, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, employee facilities, termination, and retirement. Any employee who engages in conduct that violates this policy is subject to discipline, up to and including termination.
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