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  • Physical Education Department Head
    Job Type: Full-time

Description

The Physical Education Department Head (PEDH) is responsible for providing leadership to ensure that all students and faculty involved in Landmark’s PE Program are having a compelling learning experience that is reflective of LMK’s mission and values. The successful PEDH must be always thinking about the PE Department, program, and how course offerings can best serve our evolving “Portrait of a Graduate.” Landmark views PE as a vitally important classroom for developing skills, habits, and confidence.

Landmark’s Incoming PEDH Will Be Committed To…

  • Overseeing and enriching the student experience — and encouraging student participation in PE offerings wherever possible.

  • Guiding and inspiring the PE Department members in aspiring to provide excellence in their teaching and management of their classes.

  • Modeling and leading by example for the rest of the department while teaching 2–3 sections of PE.

  • Representing the purpose of the PE Program to the rest of the faculty, current and prospective students and parents, and new candidates for the department.

  • Perpetuating a culture reflective of Landmark’s mission, vision, and values and commitment to excellence.

At Landmark, success is defined by how we can get each student to flourish in every aspect of their experience — and about developing those interpersonal skills — collaboration, respect, and empathy — that are so often fostered in physical education experiences.

The PEDH works closely in concert with the Director of Athletics and reports to the Academic Dean.

Detailed Responsibilities

Department Leadership

  • Responsible for performing/coordinating class observations, conducting follow-up meetings, and writing teacher evaluations.

  • Responsible for running department meetings and selected training workshops.

  • Responsible for overseeing and editing trimester reports for all PE classes.

  • Substitute for classes when other teachers are absent or have obligations.

  • Monitor student locker rooms and all Ansara public areas.

Student Needs

  • Responsible for developing new curriculum for team sports and individual activities for smaller classes.

  • Responsible for maintaining a safe learning environment that ensures a positive climate for all students to learn and participate in physical education.

  • Aid PE faculty in dealing with academic and behavioral issues within their classes with the support of Head of HS, Administrators, Counseling Dept., and Health Center — and participate in any necessary follow-up.

Building/Equipment Management

  • Support the Athletic Director to help maintain the Ansara Center and notify housekeeping/maintenance of any issues that need to be addressed.

  • Responsible for ordering and maintenance/tracking of all PE inventory and equipment.

  • Organize, assign, and monitor student lockers.

  • Assist Athletic Department in making arrangements for special events involving Ansara. This may include setup and break down.

Communication

  • Be available to attend interdepartmental meetings.

  • Monitor student participation and engagement, communicate concerns to Head of HS, Administrators, Counseling Dept., and Health Center — and participate in any necessary follow-up.

  • Coordinate student updates as guided by the Academic Dean.

  • Be primary communicator for parents in regard to issues within your department such as placement, performance, progress, and behavior.

Coverage & Teaching Responsibilities

  • Dormitory coverage commensurate with Middle Management Level position and Landmark years of experience. Milkbreak and lunch coverage as assigned.

  • Teach 2–3 classes depending upon the needs of the department.

Requirements

Candidates with demonstrated experience or licensure in Physical Education or a Master’s Degree and licensure as a Teacher of Students With Moderate Disabilities (5-12) in Massachusetts are preferred.

 

How to Apply

All interested candidates should submit a letter of intent, updated resume, and provide contact information for 3 references. Please submit these materials using the form below or by emailing Ariel Martin-Cone ([email protected]), Academic Dean, by Friday, August 1, 2025. Interested candidates will be interviewed by a selection committee.

Landmark School does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, homelessness, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, disability, sex, or age in treatment or employment at Landmark, admission or access to Landmark, or any other aspect of the educational programs and activities that Landmark operates.