Education ​/ Teaching Coach, Physical Education Teacher

Background

Presbyterian School is an independent PK3-8th grade school located in the heart of the vibrant museum district in Houston, TX. Our mission is essential and counter‑cultural: “Family, School, and Church United in the Education and Support of Each Child.” The Schools program and faculty embrace both our unique location and powerful partnership as a compelling opportunity to elevate learning and instill confidence in every child.

Progressive strategic thinking along with creative marketing strategies guide the School into the position of strength while facilitating the exploration of one’s curiosity in a competitive educational marketplace.

Job Title: Seasonal Sports Coach
Department: Athletics
Position Status: Seasonal/Temporary Part‑Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Director of Athletics
Travel Requirements: Travel to game locations as necessary
Date Updated: October 1, 2020

Presbyterian Seasonal Sports Coach to teach an assigned team sport. The Seasonal Sports Coach must love to coach middle school students and be encouraged to discuss with leadership opportunities for professional and social involvement with school and student activities.

• Coach assigned middle school team sport, including practices and games.
• Provide first aid assistance to students and report illnesses/injury to the school nurse or athletic trainer.
• Communicate effectively and timely with families regarding sports activities and other relevant information.
• Perform various other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Embrace and embody the unique and essential Mission of the School, demonstrating an understanding of the distinct principles of the school that reside at the heart of our mission statement “Family, School and Church united in the Support and Education of Each Child.”

• Experience coaching sports is preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Professional demeanor with staff, general public, and school personnel.
• Effective prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines under pressure.

Change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working with others as part of a team, and irregular schedule may be required at times.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls;

reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Secured site facility must adhere to school policy and procedures while on school property.

Laptop or iPad, phone, copier and fax.

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

If you’re interested in the position, please submit resumes and letters of interest to Alvaro Baltodano, the Director of Athletics, and complete an employment application online.

Presbyterian School seeks to attract qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to its faculty, staff, and student body who are able to support and further the mission of the school. Accordingly, all positions on the faculty and administrative staff will be filled solely on the basis of merit and without reference to the applicant’s age, sex, disability, ethnic or national origin. In light of the school’s religious nature, it does reserve the right to consider an applicant’s or employee’s religious beliefs and practices in employment decisions.