What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Education Teacher & Varsity Coach (Field Hockey / Girls Lacrosse) position at St. John's School?
Position Summary
The School seeks a full-time Physical Education Teacher who will also serve as a Varsity Field Hockey Assistant Coach and Girls Varsity Lacrosse Assistant Coach. This position plays an integral role in advancing the School’s mission by supporting the intellectual, physical, and character development of students. The successful candidate will be a collaborative educator and coach who values relationship-building, student well-being, leadership development, and a consistent, mission-aligned culture across academics and athletics.
Physical Education Teacher
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate, and standards-based physical education instruction
- Foster lifelong habits of fitness, wellness, teamwork, and personal responsibility
- Create and sustain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Develop lesson plans aligned with departmental curriculum and School-wide goals
- Assess, document, and communicate student progress in alignment with School expectations
- Provide effective classroom management and appropriate student supervision
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments and divisions to support the whole child
- Participate fully in faculty life, including meetings, professional development, and community events
- Uphold and model the School’s mission, values, and expectations
Varsity Coach
Coaching Responsibilities (Field Hockey & Girls Lacrosse):
- Collaborate with the Head Coaches to plan and implement practices, competition preparation, and player development aligned with the School’s mission and athletic philosophy
- Provide instruction in sport-specific skills, tactics, and strategies appropriate to the varsity level
- Support game planning, scouting, film review, and performance evaluation
- Supervise student-athletes during practices, contests, travel, meetings, and team activities
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and competitive environment emphasizing sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and character
- Assist with equipment management, uniforms, and program resources
- Support offseason training, camps, strength and conditioning, and community engagement opportunities
- Ensure consistency in communication, expectations, and program culture within each sport
- Maintain timely, professional, and thoughtful communication with students, families, colleagues, and athletic leadership
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a related field
- Demonstrated commitment to adolescent development and independent school education
- Ability to work collaboratively within a mission-driven, student-centered community
Preferred:
- Coaching experience in Field Hockey and/or Girls Lacrosse at the high school or collegiate level
- Experience coaching a specific position group or unit
- Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles and athlete wellness
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)