Physical Education Teacher & Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach

Poly Prep's mission is to prepare and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination, and––above all––character.

Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of PE Teacher and Head Boys’ Varsity Basketball Coach for the  academic year. This educator creates an environment that promotes physical literacy, well‑being, teamwork, and sportsmanship. This educator fosters skill development, healthy habits, and character formation while contributing to a vibrant and inclusive athletics culture at Poly Prep.

• Teach physical fitness, individual, dual, and team sports using the Poly Prep curriculum and developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Analyze, demonstrate, and explain fundamental skills, strategies, and movement concepts across a variety of sports and physical activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with divisional philosophy and Poly Prep standards.
• Adapt curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners through individualized and small‑group support.
• Revise and enhance curriculum as needed to reflect best practices in physical education.
• Maintain accurate grades and records; communicate progress to students, grade level teachers and families in a timely and constructive manner.

• Support student athletes to maintain strong academic progress in all coursework.
• Ensures that all athletes complete necessary requirements for participation in sports. All requirements must be completed prior to the start of practice.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and the community regarding the objectives of the boys’ basketball program.
• Creates and implements seasonal goals and individual game plans, as well as, focused daily practices.
• Collaborates with other coaches, deans, parents, and community members to maintain a positive atmosphere and open lines of communication regarding the boys’ basketball program.
• Requires that respect and sportsmanship be shown to visiting schools, coaches, players, and officials.
• Requires acceptable and responsible behavior on buses traveling to and from games.
• Establishes and maintains accurate records of all expenditures from the team athletic fund. Completes purchases of supplies or materials within the allocated team budget, subject to approval by the Athletic Director and Head of Athletics.
• Provides leadership and coaching techniques that enable Poly Prep to remain competitive with other schools in the league and region.
• Attends all required training sessions and events sponsored by Poly Prep.
• Maintains current CPR and First Aid certifications, as well as any additional certifications that may the Head of Athletics and Athletic Director deem necessary.
• Provides information to students concerning college recruiting education.
• Manages the inventory, care, and condition of all equipment, uniforms, and school‑owned materials to ensure readiness and longevity.

Bachelor's degree in physical education, exercise science, kinesiology, or a closely related field. Master’s degree is strongly preferred.

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in education and practical experience and proficiency in teaching fine and gross motor skills.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in coaching high school, and/or collegiate basketball teams.

$80,439 - $96,381 (All levels of experience are welcome to apply. Salary is based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and expertise.)

• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others’ ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit. Demonstrated ability to successfully work with and teach middle school and upper school students.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to communicate fluently both verbally and in writing in English. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical…