Poly Prep's mission is to prepare and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination, and––above all––character.

Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of PE Teacher and Head Boys’ Varsity Basketball Coach for the 2026-2027 academic year. This educator creates an environment that promotes physical literacy, well‑being, teamwork, and sportsmanship. This educator fosters skill development, healthy habits, and character formation while contributing to a vibrant and inclusive athletics culture at Poly Prep.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Instruction and curricular responsibilities: 

• Teach physical fitness, individual, dual, and team sports using the Poly Prep curriculum and developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Analyze, demonstrate, and explain fundamental skills, strategies, and movement concepts across a variety of sports and physical activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with divisional philosophy and Poly Prep standards.
• Adapt curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners through individualized and small‑group support.
• Revise and enhance curriculum as needed to reflect best practices in physical education.
• Maintain accurate grades and records; communicate progress to students, grade level teachers and families in a timely and constructive manner.

Coaching Responsibilities: 

• Support student athletes to maintain strong academic progress in all coursework.
• Ensures that all athletes complete necessary requirements for participation in sports.  All requirements must be completed prior to the start of practice.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and the community regarding the objectives of the boys’ basketball program.
• Creates and implements seasonal goals and individual game plans, as well as, focused daily practices.
• Collaborates with other coaches, deans, parents, and community members to maintain a positive atmosphere and open lines of communication regarding the boys’ basketball program.
• Requires that respect and sportsmanship be shown to visiting schools, coaches, players, and officials.
• Requires acceptable and responsible behavior on buses traveling to and from games.
• Establishes and maintains accurate records of all expenditures from the team athletic fund. Completes purchases of supplies or materials within the allocated team budget, subject to approval by the Athletic Director and Head of Athletics.
• Provides leadership and coaching techniques that enable Poly Prep to remain competitive with other schools in the league and region.
• Attends all required training sessions and events sponsored by Poly Prep.
• Maintains current CPR and First Aid certifications, as well as any additional certifications that may the Head of Athletics and Athletic Director deem necessary.
• Provides information to students concerning college recruiting education.
• Manages the inventory, care, and condition of all equipment, uniforms, and school‑owned materials to ensure readiness and longevity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Bachelor's degree in physical education, exercise science, kinesiology, or a closely related field. Master’s degree is strongly preferred.

Experience: 

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in education and practical experience and proficiency in teaching fine and gross motor skills. 
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in coaching high school, and/or collegiate basketball teams.

Salary: $80,439 - $96,381 (All levels of experience are welcome to apply. Salary is based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and expertise.)

Specific Skills:

• Interpersonal Skills:  Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others’ ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit.  Demonstrated ability to successfully work with and teach middle school and upper school students.
• Language Skills:  Ability to communicate fluently both verbally and in writing in English.  Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information, and respond to questions from students, staff and parents.
• Computer Skills:  Proficient with everyday digital tools, including email, cloud‑based platforms, internet research, word‑processing and spreadsheet applications, and school‑based systems such as MS Word and Veracross. Experienced in using contemporary teaching and coaching technologies that support student wellness, skill development, and performance tracking.
• Other Skills and Abilities:  Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instruction and of the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of adolescent students, as well as knowledge of effective behavior management methods. Demonstrated ability to participate in physically demanding athletic activities. Ability to meet timelines and exercise good judgment while working in a dynamic environment.

Certifications/Licenses:  CPR, First Aid, AED, Concussion Certification

Poly Prep strives to be an equitable, just, and diverse community, one proud of and deeply committed to empowering students to discover who they are and what they want to be. In keeping with the country day school philosophy, we seek community members who will share a passion for learning in and out of the classroom. Every educator at Poly Prep aspires to uphold our mission “to support and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination and--above all--character.”

We offer a great environment, with a full benefits package  (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch).   

Poly Prep is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.