Physical Education Teacher
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring an in-office Physical Education Teacher in New York City paying $27.50/hour to lead sports programming for refugee youth at the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy.
- Role
- Physical Education Teacher
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- New York City, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $27.50 per hour
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Physical Education Teacher for its Newcomer Youth Summer Academy in New York City. This six-week summer program supports newly arrived refugee youth through academic and physical education programming. The teacher will design and lead physical education classes, including sports like soccer and badminton, while fostering a supportive and culturally responsive learning environment. The role involves close collaboration with staff to meet the social-emotional and academic needs of students aged 5-21.
What you'll do
- Plan and implement culturally responsive physical education curriculum.
- Submit weekly lesson plans in advance of instruction.
- Collaborate with classroom leads to review student progress.
- Lead classroom climate following Academy protocols.
- Participate in instructional planning sessions and coaching cycles.
What it takes
- Experience teaching or coaching group sports programming.
- Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field strongly desired.
- Experience working with English Language Learners or multilingual students.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in a second language highly desirable.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 days PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, 403b retirement savings plan with matching, disability/life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is based at a New York City public school site as part of the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is $27.50 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates are required to have experience leading group sports and strong communication skills, with a Bachelor's degree and experience working with refugee or immigrant populations strongly desired.
Is this a remote or in-office position?
This is an in-office position requiring physical presence at the New York City school site to deliver in-person instruction.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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