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UPPER/MIDDLE SCHOOL: PRN ATHLETIC TRAINER

Pace Academy, an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Georgia, with an enrollment of 1115 students in in Pre-First through 12th grades, has an opening for the 2021-2022 season.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Athletics

Associate Athletic Director & Head Athletic Trainer

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

A PRN certified athletic trainer position through the end of the school year, with opportunity for renewal. Responsibilities include providing athletic training room, practice, or game coverage on an as-needed basis as determined by the Head Athletic Trainer.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation to athletic injuries in a supportive role to the coaching staff. Provides supervision at designated Middle and Upper School practices and games.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

·       Bachelor’s degree in a health-related profession.

·       Certified by the Board of Certification (BOC)

·       Licensed by the Georgia Board of Athletic Trainers

·       Current CPR/AED certification required

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

·       Physical requirements include lifting (up to 75 pounds), carrying, driving, climbing, the ability to move distances within and between buildings and fields, and the ability to work in extreme heat and cold temperatures.

·       Administration of therapeutic modalities and the knowledge of indications and contraindications.

·       Maintain a professional code of ethics and be a positive role model for students.

·       Outstanding people skills; the ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize and complete work with minimal supervision; and work closely as a team member in a fast-paced environment.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position paid on a bi-weekly basis at the rate of $25/hour.

See more about Pace Academy Athletics at: https://www.paceacademy.org/athletics/about-pace-athletics

Qualified applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@paceacademy.org.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS LACROSSE – ASSISTANT COACH 

Pace Academy, an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Georgia, with an enrollment of 1115 students in pre-first through twelfth grades, has an opening for 2022-23.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Athletics

Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coach

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

A part-time, February to May seasonal appointment. Responsibilities include practices and games (between 2-3 hours per commitment) on Monday-Friday and Saturday games. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on a seasonal review conducted by the Director of Athletics/Varsity boys lacrosse head coach. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Working closely with the Middle School head boys lacrosse coach, the Middle School assistant boys lacrosse coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the boys lacrosse program.  The coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pace Academy and, as needed,  Georgia High School Athletics (GHSA).      

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: 

•Possess and maintain a coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the mission of Pace Academy

•Candidate must have experience coaching and a good understanding of how to work with Grade 6, 7 & 8 student-athletes;    

•A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept;

•Effective leadership and coaching;

•Good communication skills with players, parents, and the Athletics Department;

•Energetic, self-motivated, flexible, punctual, dependable, and a team player.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Team coaching with the coaching staff on a daily basis;

•Drive players to/from games, as needed; 

•Represent Pace Academy and the boys lacrosse program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship.

This is an exempt position that is paid a coaching stipend over the duration of the season

See more about Pace Academy Athletics at: https://www.paceacademy.org/athletics/about-pace-athletic

Qualified applicants should email a resume/cover letter/references to Jobs@PaceAcademy.org and Director of Athletics, Chad Wabrek, at chad.wabrek@paceacademy.org. Feel free to contact him at 502-381-5677 as well.                                             

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MIDDLE SCHOOL: GIRLS LACROSSE – ASSISTANT COACH 

Pace Academy, an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Georgia, with an enrollment of 1115 students in pre-first through twelfth grades, has an opening for the 2022-23 lacrosse season.      

REPORTS TO:

Director of Athletics
Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

A part-time, February to May seasonal appointment. Responsibilities include practices and games (between 2-3 hours per commitment) on Monday-Friday and some possible weekend needs. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on a seasonal review conducted by the Director of Athletics/Varsity girls lacrosse head coach. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Working closely with the Middle School head coach, the assistant coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the girls lacrosse program.  The coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pace Academy. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Possess and maintain a coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the mission of Pace Academy;

• Candidate must have experience coaching and a good understanding of how to work with       Grade 6-8 student-athletes;    

• A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept;

• Effective leadership and coaching skills;

• Good communication skills with players, parents, and the Athletics Department;

• Energetic, self-motivated, flexible, punctual, dependable, and a team player.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Team coaching with the coaching staff on a daily basis;

• Drive players to/from games, as needed;

• Represent Pace Academy and the girls lacrosse program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship.

This is an exempt position that is paid a coaching stipend over the duration of the season

See more about Pace Academy Athletics at: https://www.paceacademy.org/athletics/about-pace-athletics

Qualified applicants should email a resume/cover letter/references to Jobs@PaceAcademy.org and Director of Athletics, Chad Wabrek, at chad.wabrek@paceacademy.org. Feel free to contact him at 502-381-5677 as well. 

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UPPER SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12): BOYS’ LACROSSE – ASSISTANT COACH

REPORTS TO:

Director of Athletics
Head Boys Lacrosse Coach

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

A part-time, late winter/spring season appointment.  On/off-campus responsibilities range from 3:30 pm until 6:30 pm Monday through Friday. Coaching responsibilities include Saturday AM commitments for practices and/or games.  All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on annual performance reviews conducted by the Director of Athletics and Head Boys Lacrosse Coach.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Working closely with the Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach, the assistant lacrosse coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the lacrosse program, such as program development, training, and coaching team members. The coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pace Academy and Georgia High School Athletics (GHSA). 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Possess and maintain a coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the mission of Pace Academy;

• A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept;

• Coaching experience;

• Effective leadership, coaching and recruiting skills;

• Good communication skills with players, parents, and the athletic department.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Encourage, train, and coach the participants of the Upper School lacrosse program;

• Collaborate with the varsity lacrosse coach as needed;

• Organize practice sessions;

• Represent Pace Academy and the lacrosse program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship.
 

This is an exempt position that is paid a coaching stipend over the duration of the season

See more about Pace Academy Athletics at: https://www.paceacademy.org/athletics/about-pace-athletics 

Qualified applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and references to chad.wabrek@paceacademy.org and Jobs@PaceAcademy.org

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UPPER SCHOOL: BOYS VARSITY TENNIS – ASSISTANT COACH 

Pace Academy, an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Georgia, with an enrollment of 1110 students in pre-first through twelfth grades, has an opening for 2022-2023 tennis season. 

REPORTS TO: Varsity Tennis Coach & Director of Athletics

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS: A part-time, mid-January to early-May season appointment. On/off-campus responsibilities include practices and matches for 2-3 hours during the week. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on season review conducted by the Director of Athletics/Varsity tennis head coach. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Working closely with the varsity tennis head coach, the assistant coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the tennis program, including possibly driving the team to matches. The coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pace Academy and Georgia High School Athletics (GHSA). 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Possess and maintain a coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the mission of Pace Academy;

• A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept;

• Coaching experience;

• Effective leadership, coaching and recruiting skills;

• Excellent communication skills with players, parents, and the athletic department;

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Encourage, train, and coach the participants of the tennis program (Grades 9-12);

• Represent Pace Academy and the tennis program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship;

• Additional duties as assigned by the head coach.

This is an exempt position that is paid a coaching stipend over the duration of the season.

Qualified applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and references to chad.wabrek@paceacademy.org and Jobs@PaceAcademy.org

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LOWER SCHOOL DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LIFE

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

The Lower School is characterized by joy in learning and discovery among students and teachers. The division enrolls 380 students from Pre-First through fifth grade, with three homerooms at each grade level. We hire enthusiastic and energetic professionals who are dedicated to teaching and who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. 

Pace seeks a Lower School Director of Student Life. The director is responsible for promoting and maintaining a healthy, vital student community and school climate, as well as strong relationships with families and the extended community. The position is part of the Lower School Leadership Team and works closely with students and their families, the Lower School counselor, fellow administrators and faculty to advance student achievement and well-being. The director establishes guidelines for student behavior to ensure that all students maximize their academic and social potential. This is a proactive role; the director is responsible for developing programs and systems to sustain a healthy and welcoming school environment, rather than reacting to individual events. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt administrative position with an approximate start date of July 1, 2023.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

Fostering a Positive and Healthy Student Community

• Lead the Noble Knights Pillars of Character program and the annual review and adoption of the Lower School Code of Conduct.

• Develop and teach classes on various topics that promote positive student behavior and citizenship.

• Create clear expectations, limits and consequences for student behavior that are rooted in the principles of restorative practices, rather than punitive consequences. 

• Support teacher communication with parents regarding disciplinary matters and communicate directly with parents when appropriate. 

• Educate teachers in understanding and supporting the social-emotional needs of their students. 

• Communicate with faculty regarding students’ needs and accommodations as identified by the Academic Resource Center (ARC) team, the Lower School counselor and outside professionals.

• Collaborate closely with ARC staff on student needs and assessments by communicating information with parents/caregivers and outside professionals and maintaining appropriate student records.

• Design and implement small groups to meet the social-emotional needs of students.

• Maintain a positive presence during the school day (i.e., before school, during carpool and at lunch) and attend all major Lower School events.

• Lead anti-bullying programming with the Lower School counselor and the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI).

• Collaborate with the Office of DEI to ensure all students and families feel welcome and a part of the Pace community. 

• Collaborate with the school-wide counseling team and deans to plan ongoing faculty and staff education regarding student mental wellness, QPR, Darkness2Light and similar initiatives.

Parent Education and Support

• Provide leadership in the area of parent education and foster a positive partnership between parents and the school. 

• Collaborate with the Pace counseling team, the School Psychologist and the Office of DEI to develop ongoing and new parent programs that support the emotional and social well-being of students and healthy parenting practices.

Faculty Education and Support

• In partnership with the Lower School Leadership Team, design and implement professional development for Lower School faculty in the areas of mental wellness, Responsive Classroom and restorative justice practices. 

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in education and/or psychology

• Experience in counseling/advising children and their parents

• 5 to 7 years of experience in school administration and/or teaching

• Successful experience collaborating with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds

• Excellent judgment, decision-making skills and ability to juggle multiple demands

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills

• Love of young children and their development

• A positive outlook, sense of humor, flexibility and a collaborative, nurturing nature

• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion practices 

Pace offers a complete benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 403(b) plan with a generous match, paid term life and disability insurances, supplemental insurance plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Learn more about the Pace Academy Lower School at: www.paceacademy.org/academics/lower-school

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity at: www.paceacademy.org/about/diversity-inclusion/action-plan-for-racial-equity

How to Apply:

Send resume, cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy and list of three references to:  Jobs@PaceAcademy.org. Please indicate where you learned of this job and your required salary range.  

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LOWER SCHOOL ASSOCIATE TEACHERS

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, GA, with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

Pace seeks Lower School Associate Teachers for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Lower School is characterized by joy in learning and discovery amongst students and teachers. The division enrolls 380 students from Pre-First through fifth grade, with three homerooms of approximately 20 students at each grade level. We hire enthusiastic and energetic professionals who are dedicated to teaching and who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children.

Associate Teachers are supervised by their Homeroom Teachers and assist them in creating a dynamic and positive learning environment for every student. Teachers at this level are invested in students’ academic, emotional and character development. They help manage daily classroom tasks and have teaching and supervisory responsibilities as assigned by the Homeroom Teachers. They are eager to grow as educators and to learn from their Homeroom Teachers, the Lower School Leadership Team and faculty colleagues.

The ideal candidate has been successful in a collaborative setting, exhibits good judgment and possesses excellent communication skills. Enthusiasm for teaching, especially young students, is a critical quality. They should possess a wealth of patience, humor, energy and creativity and work well within a team of teachers.

At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their teaching. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

●      Is committed to the success of every student their homeroom

●      Confers with their Homeroom Teacher on daily classroom tasks and student progress

●      Effectively incorporates principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of Lower School life

●      Models and reinforces the Noble Knights Pillars of Character

●      Performs supervisory duties, including instruction in specific learning areas, and early morning duties

●      Participates in regular faculty and professional meetings and teacher training workshops and is committed to learning best practices with colleagues

●      Attends after-school faculty meetings, evening parent gatherings and weekend admissions events as necessary

●      Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications:

●      Bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.S) required; elementary education degree preferred

●      Love of young children and their development

●      A positive outlook, flexibility and a collaborative, nurturing nature

●      Excellent interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills

●      Proficient using educational technology

●      Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion practices

Pace offers a complete benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 403(b) plan with a generous match, paid term life and disability insurances, supplemental insurance plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Learn more about the Pace Academy Lower School at: www.paceacademy.org/academics/lower-school

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity at: www.paceacademy.org/about/diversity-inclusion/action-plan-for-racial-equity

How to Apply:

Send resume, cover letter, teaching philosophy, and list of three references to:  Jobs@PaceAcademy.org. In your subject line, add "Associate Teacher" when submitting an application. Please indicate where you learned of this job and your desired salary range. 

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Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

Pace seeks a Lower School STEAM Specialist for the 2023-2024 academic year. The STEAM Specialist will work with students in a state-of-the-art design studio housed in the Kam Memar Lower School, which opened in October 2021. The Lower School is characterized by joy in learning and discovery amongst students and teachers. The division enrolls 380 students from Pre-First through fifth grade, with three homerooms of approximately 20 students at each grade level. We hire enthusiastic and energetic professionals who are dedicated to teaching and who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. 

For STEAM, we are in search of a special candidate—someone who is highly motivated to do excellent work, but sensitive enough to lead with empathy. Someone who loves children, but is equally adept at collaborating with adults. Someone who is creative enough to be an expert in the field of design and STEAM, but who is also able to plan meticulously and follow-up consistently and conscientiously. 

The ideal candidate understands the power of putting learning into the hands of students and can imagine how to make curriculum come to life in new and innovative ways. We are looking for someone who has a passion for igniting children's curiosity and talents and who can also collaborate with other teachers to integrate STEAM into their curricula and develop student projects together.

If you are equally at home working in a design studio, makerspace lab, classroom and on the playground, we've got a spot for you. If you are energized by the thought of having a real impact on our students’ lives, our community and our school's future, we have the perfect position at Pace Academy.

At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their teaching. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Teach STEAM classes to all Lower School students
   

• Use the design thinking approach to help students attempt to solve real-world problems

• Collaborate with the technology, science and art specialists to design project-based learning units that encourage students to tackle real world problems.

• Develop new and innovative grade-level units that align with the Isdell Center for Global Leadership's annual theme and can be implemented in collaboration with teachers at each grade level (examples of past themes: Water, Food, Climate, Conservation, Energy, Waste, Global Health, Education and Technology)

• Integrate new and evolving technology seamlessly into STEAM projects, using aspects of the design thinking process 

• Develop collaborative partnerships with local/national/global organizations that promote education challenges STEAM and engineering principles

• Model and reinforce the Noble Knights’ Pillars of Character

• Communicate effectively with parents about their children in a timely manner, and write quarterly reports that summarize the skills and goals of STEAM

• Communicate the value of STEAM, and the students’ experience in STEAM, to Lower School families using a variety of media, including a monthly newsletter

• Participate in regular faculty and professional meetings 

• Attend after-school faculty meetings, evening parent gatherings and weekend admissions events as necessary

• Assist with carpool duties one to two afternoons per week

• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in education preferred 

• Advanced degree or professional training in design thinking, STEAM subjects or design preferred

• Successful Lower School classroom teaching experience and a passion for working with young children

• Successful experience working with children in an innovation-oriented school and/or non-profit setting

• Successful experience collaborating with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds

• Knowledge of and experience with developing units using the Backward Design approach 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills

• Love of young children and their development

• A positive outlook, sense of humor, flexibility and a collaborative, nurturing nature

• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion practices 

Pace offers a complete benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 403(b) plan with a generous match, paid term life and disability insurances, supplemental insurance plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Learn more about the Pace Academy Lower School at: http://www.paceacademy.org/academics/lower-school

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity at: https://www.paceacademy.org/about/diversity-inclusion/action-plan-for-racial-equity

How to Apply:

Send resume, cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy and list of three references to:  Jobs@PaceAcademy.org. Please indicate where you learned of this job and your required salary range.  

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Lower School Daily Substitute Teachers

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,115 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

Pace seeks Lower School Substitute Teachers for the 2022-2023 academic year. The Lower School is characterized by joy in learning and in discovery amongst students and teachers. The division enrolls 360 students from Pre-First through fifth grade, with three homerooms of approximately 20 students at each grade level. We hire enthusiastic and energetic professionals who are dedicated to teaching and who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children.

The substitute teacher provides instruction, manages the classroom and promotes student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher in either a grade-level homeroom or in a special subject. The majority of assignments are short-term, but the ability to function in a longer-term capacity (such as during a maternity leave) is a plus for the right candidate.

Duties:

• Follows the absent teacher’s written lesson plans

• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment

• Implements effective classroom management and models and upholds the Noble Knights Pillars of Character

• Consults with the Head of Lower School or a member of the Leadership Team to resolve questions and/or concerns, and promptly notifies the absent teacher and the Head of Lower School about special situations or problems

• Works cooperatively with colleagues and parents

• Incorporates the effective use of available technology and abides by acceptable-use policies

• Respects personal privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information

• Ensures staff/student safety; complies with all building procedures and schedules, promoting the proper use and care of school property

• Supervises non-classroom duties when assigned

• Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct

• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Love of young children and their development

• Demonstrated success teaching elementary-age children strongly preferred

• Sense of humor, flexibility and the ability to engage and empower children 

• Availability on short notice

See more about the Pace Academy Lower School at www.paceacademy.org/academics/lower-school.

Qualified applicants should send a resume, cover letter and references to Jobs@PaceAcademy.org. 
 

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