Position Summary
Hampton Roads Academy seeks an energetic, student-centered physical education teacher to lead PE instruction for girls in Grades 5-8 and to coach within the athletics program. This role combines gymnasium/field instruction with coaching responsibilities, supporting HRA’s mission of developing healthy, confident, and well-rounded students.
Mission Statement
Hampton Roads Academy prepares students for life in college and beyond by offering a comprehensive program of excellence that includes strong academics, athletics, and extracurricular activities. We foster an environment of honor, integrity, service, diversity, and inclusion. Our goal is to develop curious, creative, critical thinkers and leaders who can communicate effectively and persuasively from a global perspective. We will build upon our strong Pre-K–12 educational program with a focus on innovation and hands-on learning.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching
- Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate PE curriculum for girls in Grades 5-8, covering fitness, movement skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, and lifelong wellness habits
- Teach fundamentals and strategy across a variety of team and individual sports
- Assess student progress and communicate with families as needed
- Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive gymnasium/field environment
- Supervise girls’ locker room procedures and manage equipment
- Collaborate with other PE/athletics faculty across divisions for curriculum continuity
Coaching
- Serve as head or assistant coach for at least two interscholastic teams (fall, winter, and/or spring)
- Plan and run practices, develop game strategy, and manage rosters/playing time appropriately
- Build a positive, developmentally appropriate competitive environment emphasizing effort, growth, and sportsmanship
- Communicate professionally with parents/guardians about schedules, expectations, and progress
- Ensure proper use and care of athletic equipment and facilities
- Attend games, practices, and league/school athletic events, including some after-school, evening, and weekend commitments
General
- Support advisory and broader community life as needed
- Uphold and model HRA’s mission and values
- Participate in faculty meetings and professional development
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Sports Management, or related field
- Prior experience teaching/coaching middle school-aged students strongly preferred
- Advanced degree or extensive experience in the related subject area strongly preferred
- Ability to integrate the teaching of effective organization and study skills with regular classroom instruction
- Ability to demonstrate effective written and oral communication (parent conferences, OnCampus, written correspondence, narrative reports, etc.)
- Demonstrates a desire and commitment to using appropriate technology in the classroom that supports and promotes 21st-century learning and the overall goals of HRA
- Demonstrates ability to positively and effectively manage student learning through the use of a variety of assessment methods
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues
- Ability to anticipate and plan diverse instruction
- Strong classroom management skills, procedures, and strategies for working with students
- Current CPR/first aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Enthusiasm for education and student engagement
- Sense of humor
- Demonstrates ability to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment by developing respectful and sustaining relationships with students and by using conflict resolution and problem solving techniques within the classroom
How to Apply
Submit résumé, cover letter, and references to James Lasley, Head of School, at headofschool@hra.org.
