Lower School Physical Education/Health Instructor
The Ellis School, the only pre-K to grade 12 independent day school for girls in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a full-time physical education and health instructor for Lower School beginning immediately. Responsibilities include teaching physical education and health in the Lower School and coaching two seasons of Middle or Upper School athletic teams after school.
The Ellis School is deeply committed to its all-girls environment, allowing each girl to develop into her unique best self in an atmosphere that challenges and cherishes each student. The mission of The Ellis School is to educate girls and young women to become bold, authentic, intellectually vibrant changemakers.
Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to athletics and/or education, experience working in athletics with children ages 3-10, and experience coaching youth team sports. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in a school setting, a strong sense of school community and teamwork, and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The Ellis School is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to opportunities@theellisschool.org by November 15, 2024. Questions about this position may be directed to Assistant Athletic Director Amanda Banachoski at banachoskia@theellisschool.org. Additional information about The Ellis School can be found at www.theellisschool.org.
The Ellis School community pursues, supports, and embraces diversity of all kinds, recognizing the collective strength derived from our individual differences. We are committed to creating a school environment in which all students feel welcome, known, heard, safe, and treated fairly, while establishing ourselves as a leader in equity and justice initiatives.
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Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to athletics and/or education, experience working in athletics with children ages 3-10, and experience coaching youth team sports. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in a school setting, a strong sense of school community and teamwork, and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The Ellis School is committed to an inclusive program, and candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to opportunities@theellisschool.org by November 15, 2024. Questions about this position may be directed to Assistant Athletic Director Amanda Banachoski at banachoskia@theellisschool.org. Additional information about The Ellis School can be found at www.theellisschool.org.
The Ellis School community pursues, supports, and embraces diversity of all kinds, recognizing the collective strength derived from our individual differences. We are committed to creating a school environment in which all students feel welcome, known, heard, safe, and treated fairly, while establishing ourselves as a leader in equity and justice initiatives.
- We recognize and celebrate the unique value and dignity of every student.
- We commit to doing the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion both internally and externally.
- We foster authentic and reciprocal relationships with families.
- We strive to teach a culturally sustaining curriculum and engage in culturally sustaining instructional practices.
