Athletic Director / Physical Education Teacher

Athletic Director / Physical Education Teacher

Sherman Oaks, CA

The C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School is committed to providing an academically and spiritually invigorating education for its entire preschool through 8th grade student body in a safe, caring, and nurturing environment. Its strong academic program is validated by the remarkable achievements of its students. The school prepares its graduates to become responsible citizens and future community leaders, firm in their Christian beliefs and proud of their Armenian heritage.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and lead PE lessons.
• Ensure the physical education curriculum promotes a physically active lifestyle.
• Develop cooperation, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Employ various instructional techniques and media that are consistent with the physical limitations, needs, and capabilities of individual and group students.
• Guide students in maintaining acceptable standards of classroom behavior.
• Keep records of student achievement and evaluate students continuously to assess growth and progress.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes at designated times
• Prepare for classes and maintain written evidence of preparation.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, school board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Work with other physical education staff members to plan instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Teach students good sportsmanship, rules, strategies, and techniques.
• Measure student progress to encourage the mastery of school/state/national standards.
• Celebrate individual and collective accomplishments by teaching the importance of self-improvement.
• Create appealing lessons that implement a variety of methodologies
• Cultivate student awareness and ownership of personal performance
• Design, plan, and implement physical education lessons based on school/state/national standards.
• Encourage teamwork to set collective and individual development goals
• Ensure accommodations and modifications are for the growth and development of all students.
• Ensure the physical education environment is clean, safe, and constructive for all students.
• Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, rhythms and dance, health education, and individual, dual, and team sports.
• Resolve conflicts between players on a team.
• Attend games and championships and monitor teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, or a related area (Master’s degree preferred)
• Over three years of experience in teaching or coaching.
• Ability to develop and implement athletic programs.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of athletic laws and regulations.
• Coordinate games with other schools, creating fair rules and procedures.
• Good Physical health and willingness to travel.
• Use proven, research-based strategies for effective classroom management, lesson planning, active student engagement, and instructional delivery.
• Support the school’s shared vision and common goals regarding physical education and physical activity.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Mrs. Shogher Shanoian at [email protected].

Legal & Equal Opportunity Statement

C. & E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws. As a faith-based institution, Merdinian reserves the right to prefer employees who share and uphold the school’s Christian mission and values. Employment is contingent upon successful background checks, verification of references, and compliance with school policies and procedures.