What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long Term-Substitute Physical Education Teacher/Assistant Athletic Director position at Brookwood School?
About Brookwood School: Brookwood is an Early Childhood through Grade 8 independent school of about 300students on the coast of the North Shore of Boston. At Brookwood, confidence isnttaught its cultivated. Our program invites students to think deeply, act with empathy,and engage boldly with the world around them. Its a place where intellect andimagination thrive side by side, and where children discover the courage to question, theskill to create, and the character to lead.
Our 110 faculty and staff bring that same spirit ofconfidence and care to their work every day. They collaborate joyfully, innovatethoughtfully, and go the extra mile to do whats best for kids shaping a communitywhere everyone is known, valued, and inspired to grow.Brookwood is located 25 miles north of Boston on the coast in Manchester, MA on abeautiful 30-acre wooded campus. The physical plant includes a pond, wetland spaces,forest areas, and open green space. The 130,000 square foot facility sits under one roofwith construction ranging from the original 1900 stable (now housing grades 5-8) to the2014 state-of-the-art lower school, a dining commons, and kitchen.
In addition to gradelevel classrooms, there are five outdoor classrooms, two music rooms, three art studiosand a kiln room, four science labs and science gym, a newly renovated library with a15,000 volume collection, an Idea Lab, a gymnasium and a multi-purposetheater/gymnasium space, a dance studio, two synthetic turf fields, and well-appointedoutdoor play spaces. The surrounding area of Cape Ann is filled with beautiful natural andhistorical attractions such as beaches, parks, preserves, museums, and hiking trails thatare used frequently by our students, employees, and families alike.Job Summary: For the spring term 2026, Brookwood seeks an experienced and enthusiastic physicaleducation teacher to join the physical education/athletics department. Our carefullysequenced physical education program, beginning in Early Childhood and culminatingin 8th grade with interscholastic and intramural seasonal athletics teams, is designed tohelp each child develop an appreciation for healthy competition and the benefits ofbeing physically active.The ideal candidate has a deep knowledge of child development and best practices forteaching children from Early Childhood - Grade 8, exceptional written/verbalcommunication skills, and an infectious sense of fun. Dedicated to graduating studentswho are upstanding global citizens who embrace a culture of curiosity, kindness, andacademic accomplishment, Brookwood actively pursues candidates with a strong focuson multiculturalism, equity, and inclusion.
The candidate will put students needs at thecenter of decision-making, will be a self-reflective educator who models a growthmindset, and will be an inspiration to and collaborator with a high-performing faculty.Essential Duties: Assist with the development and implementation of a physical education programand curriculum for grades Early Childhood - Grade 4 Teach and supervise classes independently and co-teach with the other PEteachers Set high learning and behavioral expectations while maintaining a climate ofresponsibility, safety, enthusiasm, and fun Demonstrate multicultural competency for teaching and working in a diverse,inclusive community. Provide constructive, timely feedback that fosters a growth mindset in studentsAssistant Athletic Director duties may include: Assist Athletic Director in payment and confirmation of officials. Assist in coordinating and posting practice and game schedules for gym andfields. Write and post alerts and/or messages to students, parents, and families in regardsto athletic updates, cancellations, changes, etc.
Assist with social media posts and graphics. Game day operations: supervisor and assistant at home games during the schoolyear (afternoons).Job Requirements: An experienced educator, background working with K-8 grade levels preferred Has a bachelors degree, masters degree preferred Possesses strong organization and communication skills Maintains effective relationships with students, faculty, administration, andparents/guardiansWe strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ candidates orcandidates from communities that are historically underrepresented in independentschools. We are committed to an inclusive school experience for all those who come towork at Brookwood.To Apply: To apply, please email Olivia Shouvlin at and have these itemsready to upload: Your PDF resume / Your CV Your cover letter / statement of educational philosophyWe will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Thank you so much for your time andinterest - we're very much looking forward to hearing from you