Physical Education Teacher/Head Boys Lacrosse Coach
CoachCorner
Atlanta, GA, USA
Posted on Apr 5, 2025
Pace Academy
Atlanta, GA
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Full job description
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER/HEAD BOYS LACROSSE COACH
Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents/caregivers, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.
Pace Academy seeks a dynamic and visionary Physical Education Teacher/Head Boys Lacrosse Coach. Candidates should also show a passion for physical activity, sport and healthy living, and must motivate, inspire and educate students to believe in the benefits of these practices by providing opportunities for healthy competition, positive social interactions and joyful experiences. Candidates will also play an active role in campus life, building strong relationships with students and faculty. They will engage with students to foster enthusiasm for the lacrosse program, encouraging participation and involvement across the school community.
At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their teaching. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.
Professional Knowledge and Skills – Physical Education:
- Demonstrates proficiency in effective teaching techniques and subject knowledge relevant to the teaching and coaching role
- Plans effectively for instruction and maintains an environment conducive to effective learning
- Displays leadership skills and the ability to creatively motivate students of all ability levels
- Communicates effectively with colleagues, students and parents/caregivers
- Willingly engages in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
- Values teaching in a cooperative and problem-solving environment
- Exhibits willingness to work collaboratively and be part of a team process
- Promotes positive school/community relations
- Values diversity of students, staff and community
- Exhibits key professional qualities, including enthusiasm, optimism, punctuality, dependability and flexibility
Specific Responsibilities – Boys Lacrosse Head Coach:
- Develop and implement a plan for the entire boys lacrosse program (varsity, junior varsity and Middle School), including short- and long-term goals for success on and off the field.
- Build and sustain a competitive varsity team that reflects the school’s tradition of excellence and contributes to its legacy of producing well-rounded student-athletes.
- Recruit, mentor and retain a skilled coaching staff dedicated to advancing the program’s and the school’s goals.
- Foster the academic, athletic and personal growth of student-athletes, ensuring that they embody the qualities of leadership, discipline and integrity while instilling a love for the game.
- Oversee all day-to-day facets, including (but not limited to) scheduling, statistics, equipment issue and ordering.
- Collaborate with the Director of Athletics on hiring, retention, evaluation and professional development of boys lacrosse coaching staff.
- Schedule and organize practice sessions for Upper School boys lacrosse teams.
- Partner with families of players wishing to be more competitive on summer lacrosse camp/clinic/club selections; work closely with the Office of College Counseling in the recruitment/placement of players in NCAA lacrosse programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
NOTE: This position does require the candidate to coach a second sport (Middle School or Upper School) during the fall or winter season.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with major or minor in Physical Education and/or experience in Physical Education
- Advanced degrees are welcomed, encouraged and often very helpful
- Committed experience to teaching and coaching
- Ability to lead Upper School boys lacrosse (Grades 9-12)
- Support the Middle School lacrosse program (Grades 6-8)
- Offer skill sessions/on-campus lacrosse opportunities for Lower School students (Grades 1-5)
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Standing and walking for extended periods of time during practices and games.
- Able to squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward and repeat the same hand motion often.
- Coaching in all weather extremes, including heat, cold, rain and/or snow.
- Long hours during the competitive season, including evenings and weekends.
- Regular office tasks and duties.
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Director of Athletics
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pace offers a complete benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 403(b) plan with a generous match, paid term life and disability insurances, supplemental insurance plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.
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How to Apply:
Attach the following in a Word or PDF format; Resume, Cover Letter, List of three references when applying online.
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