Physical Education Instructor
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Overview
Schedule
Flexible-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$23-$30/hour
Job Description
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Start date: August 2026
Hours: Vary as needed Monday through Friday
Job Summary
We are seeking a Physical Education Instructor consultant to provide a dynamic adaptive physical educational program for our students. Individual will perform fitness assessments, develop training plans, provide education on how to use gym equipment safely, and most importantly, create a fun physical education program. Your primary goal is to help our students reach their fitness objectives while infusing typical physical education programming such as basketball, calisthenics, and small group exercise activities. The ideal candidate is a great teacher with a passion for fitness and enjoys helping children with learning and emotional challenges.
Responsibilities
- Perform fitness assessments to understand each student’s current fitness level
- Create individualized training routines and revise them periodically
- Demonstrate proper techniques for using equipment
- Ensure that all gym safety standards and procedures are followed
- Ensure all students are safe when conducting sports/physical education activities when offsite (e.g., playgrounds and parks)
- Create and implement appropriate physical education programming to small student groups.
- Establish and maintain appropriate classroom/gym behavioral expectations based on student population
- Collaborate with student teachers and administration regarding any student needs
Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED required
- Current personal trainer or fitness instructor certification
- Knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics is preferred
- First aid and CPR-certified
- Positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills
- Prior behavior management training preferred (CPI, or other methods)
- Prior experience working with students who exhibit emotional challenges preferred
- Consultant role and individual should have their own business documentation and insurance
About Us: Located in the heart of Lincoln Center-NYC, Academics West is a high-support college preparatory program that services up to 88 students from 1st through 12th grade who exhibit social-emotional challenges and/or learning differences. Our small student-to-teacher ratio in physical education is typically 5:1 which allows us to work more intensively with students, achieving positive outcomes. Clinically Informed Academics (CIA) is an approach infused throughout the curriculum that considers the whole student to formulate effective individualized learning strategies. This approach combines clinical knowledge with academic interventions to help students improve beyond what traditional methods can achieve.To Apply:
Email 1) a cover letter of interest stating how you learned of the position opening, 2) a current resume to Jeffrey Kassinove, Ph.D. (drk@academicswest.com).
The position will remain open until filled. All applications will be kept confidential, and receipt will be acknowledged via email
Compensation: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour
Academics West is an independent high-support college preparatory program that provides customized educational and social-emotional support for students who need an intimate and nurturing environment. Unlike conventional education, this innovative model enables students to prepare for an ever-changing world that requires young people to have advanced executive functioning, interpersonal and leadership skills. At Academics West we engage students to become independent, resilient, and self-valuing adults. Most importantly, we encourage our students to become heroes of their own story.
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FAQs About Physical Education Instructor Jobs at Academics West
What is the work location for this position at Academics West?
This job at Academics West is located in New York, New York, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Academics West?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $23–$30 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Academics West?
Academics West lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Flexible-schedule
- Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Academics West?
Academics West is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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