Physical Education Teacher

Job Title: Physical Education Teacher

Company: The Southport School

The Southport School (TSS) is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year for a Physical Education Teacher to deliver instruction in the co-curricular program for all students in the area of Physical Education/PE. The ideal candidate will co-teach classes (21 PE class periods a week with a combined group size of students ranging from 14-24 students per class) that are focused on core development, skills, and team games. When not teaching those specific classes, the instructor will be assigned to other roles within the school (i.e., helping out or teaching in a class, substitute teaching, monitoring lunch and recesses, proctoring and helping in a study hall, etc.). Coaching of sports (cross country and basketball) is also required for this position. There are three coaching seasons, each of which will require approximately 1 day a week for practice (until 4:15 p.m.) and one day a week for games/meets (end time dependent of time/location) during the week. This position is full-time. Benefits are included.

A public passenger endorsement with an “A” endorsement is required for this job. Transporting students in a 15-passenger vehicle is required. 

The Southport School (TSS) is an independent day school in Southport, Connecticut. The Southport School is dedicated to creating an environment for students in 2nd through 8th grade with language-based learning differences, like dyslexia, and ADHD, that recognizes individual strengths, promotes independent thinking, develops self-esteem and self-advocacy, and supports a successful transition for continued academic achievement.

This role includes, but is not limited to:

Physical Education Co-Teacher and athletic coach:

• Design and deliver age and developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum and lessons in a co-teach model to students in grades 2 through 8 in alignment with the vision and mission of The Southport School.
• Co-teach, co-plan with members of the department (e.g., second PE teacher) to deliver skill development and fun while achieving the goals of the physical education program.
• Establish and cultivate self-confidence in students and their athletic ability.
• Promote a culture of physical wellness and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Securing and maintaining a CT public passenger “A” endorsement on driver’s license.
• Driving students to and from PE classes and athletic practices off-site in a passenger van, up to 15 passengers.
• Coaching of sports (i.e., cross country and basketball). There are three coaching seasons, each of which will require approximately 1 day a week for practice (until 4:15 p.m.) and one day that will be considered a game, match, or meet.

Other responsibilities:

• Participating in school activities and duties as assigned
• Attending training workshops, faculty in-service, and staff meetings
• Coaching athletic teams
• Participating in evening events such as back-to-school night, parent-teacher conferences, and community events, as assigned

The ideal candidate must hold a valid teaching certification in PE. In addition, the candidate must be a good collaborator and creative educator who can engage students and can embrace the strengths, talents, and potential of students with language-based learning differences and ADHD.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, with an after-school coaching schedule to be determined depending on the season

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please include “Physical Education Teacher” in the subject line.

The Southport School does not discriminate in its hiring or policies based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, or any other legally protected category and complies with applicable federal and state laws.