Francis Parker School of Louisville, an independent school founded in the Progressive tradition that is committed to equity and justice, seeks a full-time Middle School Physical Education teacher for the 2024-25 school year. Our campuses are in two locations: Goshen (Preschool-8th) and Downtown (High School). We are "The School of Thought," where intellectually challenging academics foster critical, independent thinking. Our outstanding teachers provide individual attention in small, collaborative, active, and engaged classes. With students at the center of all that we do, we encourage intellectual engagement, curiosity, lifelong learning, and a spirit of innovation as we guide students to understand their responsibility to serve and to act. The school is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and cultural competence. In its Mission and in its classrooms, Francis Parker School of Louisville cultivates a joyful, compassionate, intellectual community that celebrates individuality and inspires independent thinking for life. We require a BS/BA, with an MA or MAT preferred, and five or more years’ experience in elementary (grades K - 4) physical education. Successful candidates have a passion for working with students and an understanding of differentiated instruction, personalized learning, and trauma-informed practices. Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, the ability and desire to work collaboratively, and dedication to continuously developing and practicing cultural competence in one’s teaching are also essential. An interest in coaching and leading extracurricular activities or sports is also a plus. Visit our website at for more information about the school.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,656.00 - $76,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Goshen, KY 40026 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Goshen, KY 40026: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person