PHYSICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR

2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

MISSION OF THE SCHOOL

Compass Charter School is a safe and nurturing educational environment that honors the individuality of each learner. By engaging in a process of inquiry, our graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to lead fulfilling personal and professional lives, including a developed sense of self, the ability to think in innovative and flexible ways, and the inspiration to make a positive impact on their community.

DESCRIPTION OF THE SCHOOL

Compass Charter School is an inquiry-based, progressive elementary school that opened in the fall of 2014 in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. We are committed to providing an experiential and democratic elementary experience to all children, with intentional access for children who typically do not get access to progressive education (children with special needs, children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and English language learners).

Our Integrated Curriculum centers sustainability in all forms: environmental, racial, and economic justice. Our staff works interdependently in collaborative teams and engages in professional inquiry (instructional coaching, reflection, restorative and trauma-informed practices). Compass enrolls approximately 350 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Compass Charter School is seeking reflective physical education instructors who are driven to provide a joyful, rigorous, and justice-oriented educational experience to all children. Compass Physical Education Instructors are highly reflective, collaborative, curious, and bring joy and knowledge of physical education to their work with students and colleagues. Physical Education Instructors lead physical education classes for students in grades K-5 and collaborate with Classroom Co-Teachers to ensure Classroom Co-Teachers are able to implement skills and activities into their practice. Physical Education Instructors also support the development of the physical education program at Compass, including community-wide events, activities, and programming for students and families.

At full expansion, Physical Education Instructors will lead two sessions with each K-5 class each week, for a total of 24 sessions per week. During the pilot phase of the program, Physical Education Instructors will lead two sessions per week with up to 6 classes, for a total of 12 sessions per week. The final decisions will be based on school schedule, implementation timeline, hiring, and budget.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree, Master’s Degree preferred
2 or more years of relevant teaching experience preferred
New York State Teacher Certification or in progress of obtaining certification
Educational philosophy aligns with the mission and vision of Compass
Reflective practitioner in a state of constant professional growth and a willingness to share their craft with others
Commitment to integrating sustainability and the arts into core curricular subjects
Knowledge of the school neighborhood
Experience working with children with special needs in an Integrated Co-teaching classroom preferred
Experience planning and teaching physical education classes to elementary students
Commitment to and knowledge of experiential and inquiry-based teaching and learning
Commitment to diverse learning environments
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience collaborating with children, families, colleagues, and administrators

RESPONSIBILITIES

At full expansion, lead physical education classes for all K-5 classes
For the 24-25 school year, lead one physical education session for each K-5 class for a total of 12 PE sessions a week and planning time.
Work cooperatively with other physical education instructors, Classroom Co-Teachers, and School Leaders to design, plan, and implement a balanced physical education program that aligns to the mission and vision of the school and state standards in physical education
Teach content and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports
Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.
Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and/or group of students.
Provide appropriate safety instruction and make safety checks on equipment and play areas to ensure the overall safety of students.
Select and order necessary equipment and supplies for physical education classes using the school’s procurement processes and predetermined budget
Use student performance data to tailor and differentiate instruction
Regularly communicate with families, students, and community partners
Integrate the Compass CARES values into classroom culture, units of study, and interactions with staff, families, and students
Integrate the real world and surrounding community into the curriculum
Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Maintain confidentiality with student information and records
Create a positive and safe classroom culture and community

COMPENSATION

This is a part time, hourly consultant position for 15 hours per week at a rate of $30 to $60 an hour based on experience and education.
This position is open to pre-service physical education teachers as well as experienced physical education teachers.

TO APPLY

Send your resume and cover letter to apply@brooklyncompass.org. Please include PHYSICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR in the subject line of the email.
Your cover letter should include a statement of your educational philosophy and also state why you are interested in becoming part of the team at Compass Charter School.
If you have questions about this position, please email Brooke Peters, School Leader, at brooke@brooklyncompass.org.

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