Full-time Faculty - Physical Education

The Bard Early Colleges, tuition-free, satellite campuses of Bard College operated through partnerships with public school systems, are founded on the belief that many high-school-age students are eager and ready for the intellectual challenges of a college education.

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Bard High School Early College Brooklyn, a partnership between Bard College and the New York City Department of Education, invites applications for a faculty member in Physical Education to join our faculty for the campus’ 2026-2027 academic year.

The Bard Early Colleges (BEC) are founded on the belief that, for many young people, college can and should start at an earlier age. Acting on this belief, Bard Early College enables students to begin serious college study in place of the traditional 11th and 12th grades, at no cost to students or families. The Bard Early Colleges offer a unique home for young people’s intellectual ambition: as both tuition-free, branch campuses of Bard College and public high schools, they award a high school diploma and a Bard College Associate in Arts degree (and 60 transferable credits) by the end of the 12th grade.

Position Duties

BHSEC Brooklyn seeks a dedicated and passionate Physical Education Teacher with knowledge and experience in fitness, nutrition, and health to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, where students are motivated to improve their physical fitness and make informed choices. The successful candidate will use innovative teaching methods, incorporate a variety of activities and exercises to engage students and foster a lifelong love for physical activity. Candidates will demonstrate a caring and supportive approach to empower students to develop strong physical and mental resilience, promoting their overall growth and well-being. Preference will be given to applicants who specialize in teaching dance and yoga.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in curriculum development (especially for new elective courses).
• Commitment to regular and ongoing professional development.
• Commitment to working with students individually and in small groups through tutoring, office hours and advising outside of regular class time.
• Communicate regularly with administrators, parents and other stakeholders about student progress and engagement.
• Participate fully in the life of the school, including student advising, club advising, and committee service.

Location: Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) Brooklyn, 301 Vermont Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Start Date: September 2026

Duration: Full-time, ongoing

Compensation: The salary for the position will depend on degree/credit attainment and years of experience as per the United Federation of Teacher’s (UFT) salary scale.

Qualifications

• New York State Certification in Physical Education.
• The ideal candidate will have exemplary educational practices, with a demonstrated interest in engaging and challenging younger students with diverse racial backgrounds, economic backgrounds, and a variety of approaches to learning and/or needs for learning supports.
• Preference will be given to those candidates who have earned a M.A. in their field.
• Preference will be given to applicants who specialize in teaching dance and yoga.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have high school teaching experience and demonstrate interest in motivating and supporting all students to excel at college level coursework.

Application Instructions

To apply, please upload a letter of interest and curriculum vitae through the specific Interfolio job application link provided here: https://apply.interfolio.com/166421

Review of applications begins immediately and will proceed until the position is filled.