Physical Education Teacher

August 2025

University School of Nashville (USN) is seeking a passionate and qualified Physical Education Teacher to plan and lead developmentally appropriate physical education lessons for K-8 students. The goal of USN’s physical education program is to create a positive and inclusive environment, guided by the practices of Responsive Classroom, that fosters growth and teamwork among students and faculty. There are two positions available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging physical education lessons tailored to K-8 students.
• Collaborate with physical education colleagues to integrate best practices and maintain a growth-oriented teaching approach.
• Demonstrate a commitment to transformational coaching by supporting athletic programs in collaboration with the Athletics Director.
• Work closely with the Physical Education Team Leaders and Athletics Director for planning and assignments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a related field (graduate degree preferred).
• Extensive experience in teaching physical education and coaching school-aged students.
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a diverse K-12 independent school environment.
• Knowledge of Responsive Classroom principles and a commitment to innovative teaching practices.

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• A demonstrated commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment.
• Understanding of research on implicit biases related to race, ethnicity, gender identity, and socioeconomic class and the ability to apply this knowledge to teaching and coaching.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications preferred

The School

University School of Nashville is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational day school with enrollment of over 1,000 students in kindergarten through twelfth grade. In 1915, the George Peabody College for Teachers opened Peabody Demonstration School, USN’s predecessor, which earned acclaim for its curriculum and faculty. In 1974, Peabody College announced plans to close PDS, and a group of parents, alumni, students, and teachers reconstituted and re-chartered the school as University School of Nashville. 

USN’s midtown location adjacent to Vanderbilt University and its Peabody College for Teachers reminds us each day of our beginnings over 108 years ago in the demonstration school culture of innovation and educational best practices. It’s a vibrant educational community for both students and teachers in the midst of a dynamic city.

In the USN community, students expect much of each other, and faculty benefit from that high standard. We seek educators who are enthusiastic about their own learning to complement their work and we offer many opportunities for professional growth. USN is committed to creating an institutional environment that mirrors the cultural and ethnic composition of greater Nashville. USN encourages a diverse applicant pool and provides equal employment opportunities for employees and job applicants.

Please be prepared to upload the following items through USN's online application for this position:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

Please refrain from making phone calls or sending emails regarding this position; only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.