Athletic Director/PE & Health Teacher, Full-time, 10 months, Exempt (salaried)

Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences seeks a dynamic educator to join our faculty for the combined position of Athletic Director and Physical Education/Health teacher for the 2022/23 academic year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• teach physical education classes to students in Early Childhood through eighth grade
• lead classes that include movement exploration and motor skill development, new games, cooperative sports, social / emotional skill development, traditional athletics, and fun
• teach health classes to students in fifth through eighth grade
• develop, organize, and supervise all intramural and interscholastic activities
• coach middle school athletic teams as well as work with the Head of School to ensure that all coaching positions are filled
• ensure proper maintenance and security of athletic equipment, facilities, and fields, working with the Facilities Manager
• use technology for maintaining individual student records, communicating information to parents, and promoting student and program achievements
• prepare athletic budget each year with the Business Manager

We expect all faculty members to be fully engaged in the life and mission of the school, in and out of the classroom. The ability to lead or take part in enrichment classes, school committees, after school activities, athletic teams, and/or summer camp courses is desired.

Education and Experience: At a minimum, the candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, physical education, or a related field.  Teaching experience (particularly in an independent school setting) is preferred.

Skills and Characteristics

• Understanding of the curricular elements of elementary and middle school athletic programs, physical education, and middle school health education
• Appreciation of the developmental and age characteristics of the students in each grade
• Eagerness to communicate and develop positive partnerships with parents
• A passion for teaching children and helping them to achieve their best
• Enthusiasm for the mission of the school and for working collaboratively with fellow faculty members
• Organizational and managerial skills
• Initiative, confidence, and joy

Commitment to Diversity: In a world of shared borders, knowledge and empathy for multiculturalism are essential to a Barnesville School education. As our students enter the global community, our School encourages them to embrace diversity with an open mind and generous spirit. We strive to introduce our students to all aspects of diversity which include acceptance of diverse intelligences and learning styles; awareness of differences in socioeconomic status; compassion for mental and physical impairments; and understanding of differences concerning age, appearance, gender, race, sexual orientation, and spiritual beliefs. We support a safe and secure environment for all members of our Barnesville family and make respecting differences a school-wide goal. This builds a community true to our mission of joy, support, and excellence.

Physical Requirements: Daily desk work including computer time; as part of daily routines, mobility around a campus with uneven pavement and managing stairs; standing, bending and squatting as required to participate in classroom activities; shifting furniture as needed, lift/carry boxes up to 15 pounds; the ability to maneuver as necessary within a classroom setting; frequent walking inside and outside as part of general job duties and responding to students and/or incidents. 

Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or a person's status as a qualified candidate with a disability in administration of its educational program, admission policies, financial aid program, staff hiring and other school-administered programs.

Interested candidates should visit the Employment section (under “about”) at the School’s website here. Forward a letter of interest, resume, completed application, and three professional references via email to the attention of Jim James, Assistant of School.

jjames@barnesvilleschool.org