Assistant to the Athletic Department and Fitness Coordinator

About Grace

Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent school located on two nearby campuses in downtown New York City. An Episcopal school, welcoming children of all faiths and of none, Grace believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and seeks to provide an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity.

Grace is a school of big ideas, and our structured curriculum promotes academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy: an approach that reflects our belief that joy is the fuel of academic achievement, and that students learn best when motivated by delight, wonder, curiosity, and purpose. We work hard to nurture a culture of dignity and belonging, and we seek to foster in each student skills of intellectual excellence and habits of ethical virtue. Grounded in tradition, the school remains ever open to innovation, looking to the best research on the science of learning and the craft of teaching to advance the timeless values and aspirations of our mission. In the high school division, students are challenged to reach their full potential, ask essential questions, and wrestle with complex ideas, working to solve real-world problems, and participate in the interconnected global community.

About the Position

Grace Church School seeks to hire a full-time assistant to the Athletic Department and Fitness Coordinator to support student-athletes in grades 7-12.  The position would start in August 2024.

Qualifications: 

• BA Degree minimum, BS in Kinesiology or related field preferred
• AAAI/ISMA Certification 
• Certified Functional Strength Coach
• Certified Strength/Conditioning Specialist 
• Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist​
• Current CPR/AED certification

Responsibilities:

• Preparing for and teaching one to two sections of daily strength and conditioning physical education classes.
• Preparing for and operating training sessions with varsity and junior varsity teams;
• Coordinating with the Athletic Training Department to provide programming for injured athletes; 
• Assessing the condition of fitness equipment and communicating needs to the Athletics Department.
• Attending coaches’ meetings and trainings for each season and handling other administrative tasks as needed.  
• The successful coach will be committed to working with and developing high school students within a day school committed to promoting health and wellness, citizenship, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Coach multiple seasons within the 5-12 athletics program
• Skill at cultivating a deep sense of belonging among a diverse community of athletes
• Participating in grade-level meetings and team planning meetings with PE/Athletics colleagues
• Prioritizing the safety of students and athletes in all settings
• Helping to plan and execute school-wide events hosted by the PE and Athletics Departments
• Serving as an advisor within the high school
• Teaching within our lab studies program

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time faculty position, and the expected salary will be based on the faculty salary scale, ranging from $68,000–$155,040, commensurate with education, experience, and total workload. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life/disability, flexible spending accounts, generous 403(b) contributions with immediate vesting and access to $3100 in professional development funds per year, beginning in your second year of employment.

Compensation for coaching is paid separately according to an hourly stipend rate.

Grace Church School is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. At Grace we embrace the diversity of diversities in our community, and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. Candidates for the position should be willing to engage actively and thoughtfully within a school committed to academic and ethical excellence, one that honors the dignity of all.
 

How to Apply

To apply, visit our website and submit a cover letter and résumé for consideration