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    Lower School Associate Physical Education Teacher - New York, United States - Mary McDowell Friends School

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    Mary McDowell Friends School is a K-12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities. Grounded in the Quaker values of equality, integrity, and social responsibility, we cultivate a diverse community where all students can reach their full potential. Our specialized teaching methodologies and challenging curricula empower students to become academic achievers, creative thinkers, and contributing members of a global society.

    Mary McDowell Friends School (MMFS) invites applications for a full-time Associate Physical Education Teacher beginning August 2024.

    Job Title: Lower School Associate Physical Education Teacher

    Reports to: Division Director and Assistant Division Director

    Position Overview

    As a Lower School Associate Physical Education Teacher, you will support the mission of the school by overseeing the safety and well-being of the students in lower school physical education classes. You will monitor and stimulate educational and social-emotional growth within the framework of the school's mission by collaborating with your teaching partner to implement a curriculum that meets the needs of the MMFS student.

    Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

    Students

    Teaching responsibilities may vary depending on the needs of specific students or a division.

    • Teach:
      • Core Classroom
      • Literacy (reading and writing) group and a math group
      • Design and implement a literacy and math curriculum that meets the needs of your specific group.
      • Core content area (e.g., physical education)
      • Design and implement content area curriculum including the creation of differentiated materials in collaboration with teaching partners.
    • Work in collaboration with the teaching partner to implement a curriculum that meets the needs of the MMFS students.
    • Support the implementation of differentiated materials in content area classes.
    • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
    • Assign and provide feedback to class work and homework.
    • Assess students' needs and growth within the curriculum.
    • Communicate the daily routine, rules, and procedures to your students as well as informing students of any changes within the daily schedule.
    • Implement individualized student plans for homework, organization, and behavior.
    • Order supplies for the core content subjects within the budget provided.
    • Notify a supervisor of any repairs or furniture needs for the classroom.
    • Notify the technology department and supervisor when repairs are needed for computers and other technology.
    • Structure the room so that others using the space can locate materials and feel comfortable sharing the space.
    • Straighten up the classroom at the end of the teaching day in such a way that enables the custodians to clean the room.
    • Supervise (These responsibilities will vary from year to year and may be altered depending on the teaching load of the specific homeroom teacher.)
      • Lunch duty – lunchroom and recess (2x per week)
      • Clubs (2x per year)
      • Overnight Trips
      • Dismissal supervision
    • Identify student needs and cooperate with division directors, speech and language professionals, OTs and psychologist to address students' needs.
    • Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs.
    • Coach as needed in Middle or Upper School Athletics Programs

    Faculty

    • Meet regularly with supervisor to discuss the curriculum and reflect on students' progress.
    • Attend weekly division meetings.
    • Attend full faculty meetings.
    • Participate on a school-wide or division-based committee and ad hoc committees where necessary.
    • Participate in team meetings organized about students' needs, grade issues, or curriculum topic area.

    Communication

    • Work closely with teaching partner to design and implement curriculum and assess students' needs.
    • Write, edit, and submit, trimester reports and grades.
    • Communicate with teaching partner to discuss students' needs and progress. This may be through e-mail, written notes, phone calls and face-to-face meetings.
    • Participate in parent teacher conferences.

    Other

    • Teachers are required to familiarize themselves with faculty handbook and employment manuals and meet the expectations outlined within each.

    Additional information outlining specific job requirements related to specific student needs, curriculum, division specific duties, and schedules will be made available during meetings with Division Directors.

    Diversity and Equity Commitments:

    • Understand and participate in all school wide diversity and equity initiatives
    • Examine administrative practice through the lens of race, identity, equity and privilege
    • Provide an equitable framework for leadership decisions
    • Support a school culture that allows for social identities to feel welcome

    Supervisory Responsibility

    This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

    Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

    This is a full-time, exempt ten-month position that follows the academic calendar. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with a half hour paid lunch; faculty meetings occur every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand and will be scheduled in advance.

    Travel

    Travel between campuses is necessary on occasion for meetings, are scheduled with advanced notice, and are within walking distance from each other.

    Work Environment & Physical Demands

    This job requires the ability to maintain the physical capacity required to navigate the school environment and to ensure the safety of the students. The ability to open filing cabinets and bend or stand for long periods of time, as necessary. Classroom locations vary based on student schedules and staff may need to teach from different rooms.

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Requirements:

    Required Education & Experience

    BA in education or related field. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance and problem-solving and to achieve results. Willingness to learn and adapt to a new environment required.

    Preferred Education & Experience

    Proficiency with Microsoft Office and G Suite applications. Experience in the special education, private sector, or Independent School system a plus. Commitment to equity and justice, including knowledge and skills related to cultural competency are desired

    Application

    To apply, please upload a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references as a .pdf (preferable) or word document. If your background and experience are appropriate for the position, you will be contacted directly by a member of our search committee.

    We offer a rewarding work experience in downtown Brooklyn, NY, where we encourage employees to bring their whole selves to work. We recognize, appreciate, celebrate, and honor our diverse community as we build an awareness of who each individual is and who we are collectively.

    Applicants who enhance the diversity of the school's faculty and administration are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Please visit our website for more information on our school and a full list of vacancies.


    In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, this position's annual base salary range is $50,000 - $59,000. Mary McDowell Friends School considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Employment at Mary McDowell Friends School is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position, without regard to race, color, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, familial status, or any other category protected by the law. Mary McDowell Friends School's policy of non-discrimination extends to all employment practices including but not limited to hiring, transfer, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, layoffs, and termination.



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