Physical Education Teacher - Middle School for Girls

Physical Education Teacher - Middle School for Girls

Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook Educational Community is one of the world's leading centers of education, science, and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, Center for Collections and Research, House and Gardens, Institute of Science, and more than 1,600 students attending our Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory Schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year. Critics have called Cranbrook "the most enchanted and enchanting setting in America" and in 1989 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The campus is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, about 20 miles north of downtown Detroit. For more, please visit our website: www.cranbrook.edu.

Cranbrook Kingswood Middle School for Girls seeks an enthusiastic and creative full-time 6-8^th Grade Physical Education Teacher with an innovative approach to content delivery and skills development. This individual will play a vital role in our engaging middle school physical education program, which cultivates curiosity and exploration.

About the Middle School Physical Education Program at Cranbrook:

Our program offers a dynamic learning environment that extends beyond the gymnasium, leveraging Cranbrook's unique campus to create relevant, place-based physical activities. We aim to inspire teamwork, physical fitness, and a lifelong love of sports and exercise through:

• Active Participation: Engaging students in a variety of physical activities that promote health and fitness.
• Skill Development: Focusing on the development of motor skills, coordination, and athletic abilities.
• Teamwork and Sportsmanship: Encouraging collaboration, fair play, and respect among students.
• Outdoor Activities: Utilizing Cranbrook's campus for outdoor sports and exercises, fostering an appreciation for nature and physical wellness.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

As a full-time Middle School faculty member, the Physical Education Teacher will:

• Teach 3 to 4 sections of physical science to grades 6, 7 and 8.
• Facilitate student learning by building strong interpersonal relationships, setting a positive tone, and creating a sense of belonging and community among the students.
• Serve as a student advisor to a group of students, meeting daily and providing guidance and support.
• Advocating for students and nurturing their growth, assessing students' progress, partnering with parents, participating in grade level activities to build relationships and community and foster empathy and leadership, including an overnight interim.
• Participate and collaborate in grade level teams, content teams, faculty meetings, and school assemblies.
• Contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school by leading an after-school club, sport or activity.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to create powerful learning experiences for a diverse student body.
• Demonstrate a commitment to work in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
• Engage in social emotional learning (SEL) initiatives.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, or a related field is required.
• A Master's degree and/or teaching certificate and teaching experience is preferred.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and working with adolescents is essential.
• Excellent communication skills are expected.
• Experience with robotics, athletics, or other extracurricular programs is beneficial.
• Requires a valid Michigan driver's license with satisfactory driving record.

Cranbrook offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, and retirement programs with employer contribution.

For consideration, interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae or resume, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts and any certifications, a statement of educational philosophy relative to this position, and two or three letters of recommendation with contact information. Please be sure all documents are uploaded at the time you submit your application.