Careers

UPPER SCHOOL: VARSITY BOYS/GIRLS SWIMMING/DIVING  – 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 2019-2020 golf season. 

REPORTS TO:

Director of Athletics
Varsity Swimming/Diving Coach

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS: A part-time, mid-October to mid-February season appointment. On/off-campus responsibilities include off-campus practices and matches for 2-5 hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Coaching responsibilities may result in driving the team to occasional weekend invitationals. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on season review conducted by the Director of Athletics/Varsity swimming/diving head coach. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Working closely with the Varsity swimming/diving coach, the assistant coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the swimming/diving program, including possible driving to meets. 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; 
• Swimming and/or diving experience and understanding of swimming/diving rules; 
• Effective leadership, coaching, and recruiting skills; 
• Good communication skills with players, parents, and the Athletics Department; 
• Energetic, creative, self-motivated, and a team player. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Collaborate with the Varsity swimming/diving head coach and supervise the team at events;
• Represent Pace Academy and the swimming/diving 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 send a resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@paceacademy.org.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL: BASEBALL – 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 2019-2020 soccer season. 

REPORTS TO:

Director of Athletics
Varsity Baseball Head 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 seasonal review conducted by the Director of Athletics/Varsity baseball head coach. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Working closely with the Middle School head coach, the assistant coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the baseball program.  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
• 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, coaching, and recruiting 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 baseball 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   Jobs@PaceAcademy.org. 

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MIDDLE SCHOOL: GIRLS GYMNASTICS – 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 2019-2020 gymnastics season. 
     
REPORTS TO:
Director of Athletics
Varsity Girls Gymnastics Coach
     
WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:
A part-time, mid-January to early-May seasonal appointment. Responsibilities include on-campus practices and meets (2 hours per commitment) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on seasonal review conducted by the Director of Athletics/Varsity girls gymnastics head coach. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Working closely with the girls gymnastics head coach, the assistant gymnastics coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the gymnastics program.  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;
• Gymnastics coaching experience and understanding of NFHS gymnastics rules/etiquette;
• Effective leadership, coaching, and recruiting skills;
• Good communication skills with players, parents, and the Athletics Department;
• Energetic, creative, self-motivated, and a team player.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Team coaching with the coaching staff on a daily basis.  Spotting is helpful but not required. Help with beam and floor choreography as needed.
• Represent Pace Academy and the gymnastics 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

UPPER SCHOOL: VARSITY GIRLS  GOLF – 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 2019-2020 golf season. 
     
REPORTS TO:
Director of Athletics
Varsity Girls Golf Coach
     
WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:
A part-time, mid-February to mid-May season appointment. On/off-campus responsibilities include off-campus practices and matches for 2-3 hours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Coaching responsibilities may result in driving the team to occasional weekend golf tournaments outside of the Atlanta area. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on season review conducted by the Director of Athletics/Varsity girls golf head coach.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Working closely with the Varsity golf head coach, the assistant coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the golf program, including driving the team to practices/tournaments. 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
• Golf experience and understanding of USGA rules of golf/basic etiquette
• Effective leadership, coaching, and recruiting skills
• Good communication skills with players, parents, and the Athletics Department
• Energetic, creative, self-motivated, and a team player

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive golf team to practices; organize pairings for practice; supervise/evaluate player performance/etiquette during practice sessions/qualifying rounds (Grades 9-12)
• Collaborate with the Varsity golf head coach and supervise the team at events
• Represent Pace Academy and the golf 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 send a resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@paceacademy.org.

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UPPER SCHOOL: VARSITY GIRLS LACROSSE – 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 2019-2020 gymnastics season.      

REPORTS TO:

Director of Athletics
Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach     

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

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

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Working closely with the girls lacrosse head coach, the assistant coach is responsible for supporting various aspects of the lacrosse program.  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;
• Lacrosse coaching experience and understanding of girls lacrosse rules;
• Effective leadership, coaching, and recruiting skills;
• Good communication skills with players, parents, and the Athletics Department;
• Energetic, creative, self-motivated, and a team player.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Team coaching with the coaching staff on a daily basis;
• 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 send a resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@paceacademy.org. 

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Lower School Knight Crew Associate

Pace Academy, one of Atlanta's top independent schools, seeks a highly energetic individual as a part time worker in the after school program, Knight Crew. The program has doubled in size over the past 5 years and the school is looking for a positive, enthusiastic individual to join the other members of the Team, supervising children in the after school program between 1:30-6:00 p.m. daily according to the school year calendar. The ideal candidate will bring a strong sense of humor, initiative, flexibility, and love engaging young minds. The ability to be punctual, self-motivated, and commit to the work schedule is essential.

Duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned.

• Organizes and participates in games, reading, craft projects and similar activities.
• Engages and leads children through the daily flow of activities which include but are not exclusive of homework, computer, crafts, playground and snack time.
• Respectfully handles conflicts and discipline in line with Pace values.
• Helps children develop habits of caring for own clothing, and picking up and putting away materials and books.
• Greets parents each afternoon and provides positive feedback.
• Monitors and assists with homework.
• Assists in cleaning activity areas.
• Available to stay past 6pm (if needed) at least but not limited to two times a week.

REQUIREMENTS:
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent desired.
Two to four years related experience and/or training desired.
Basic knowledge of first aid required.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds required.
Starting salary is between $18.00 and $20.00 per hour.

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

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Lower School Substitute Teachers

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,100 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. Pace Academy provides a rigorous and well-rounded academic curriculum within a community that prioritizes empathy, integrity, respect for others, diversity, inclusion and global leadership.

Pace Academy seeks substitute teachers to serve in its Lower School. The substitute teacher provides instruction, manages the classroom and promotes student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Expertise and enjoyment in working with students are necessities. The majority of positions are short-term, but the ability to function in 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 pupil-management procedures; maintains high standards and upholds the student code of conduct.

• Consults with the Head of Lower School to resolve questions and/or concerns, and notifies the absent teacher and the Head of Lower School about special situations or problems.

• Works cooperatively with staff 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

• Teacher preparation program desired

• Demonstrated success teaching elementary-age children

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

• Long-term substitute positions require a bachelor’s degree in education or a related discipline, as well as teaching experience 

• Must be available on short notice, even morning-of (occurs with teacher illness)


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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Middle and Upper School Substitute Teachers

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Georgia, with an enrollment of 1100 students in pre-first through twelfth grades. Pace Academy provides a rigorous academic curriculum to prepare students for success at a variety of prestigious colleges and universities. The school strives to
provide an environment that stimulates physical health, a spirit of service, respect for diversity, and a healthy psychological and social outlook.

Pace Academy is seeking substitute teachers for Upper and Middle Schools. The Substitute Teacher provides instruction, manages the classroom environment, and promotes student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Expertise and enjoyment in working with students is a necessity.

• Follows the teacher’s written lesson plans. Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
• Complies with all building procedures and schedules.
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered.
• Implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
• Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Works cooperatively with staff and parents.
• Incorporates the effective use of available technology.
• Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Respects personal privacy.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety.
• Does not leave students unsupervised.
• 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
• Teacher preparation program desired
• Demonstrated success teaching middle or upper school is highly valued
• Strong sense of humor, flexibility, and a strong desire to work with adolescents is required
• Long Term Substitute positions require a Bachelor’s degree in education/discipline to be taught and experience is strongly preferred
• Must be available on short notice, even morning of (occurs with teacher illness)

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

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Middle School "Late Knight"

Pace Academy, one of Atlanta's top independent schools, seeks a responsible individual as a part-time worker in the after school program, Late Knight. The school is looking for a positive, enthusiastic individual to work Tuesday and Thursday each week from 3:30-6:30 PM, supervising students after school according to the school year calendar.

This position requires someone to manage the Middle School students whose parents work and must come later in the afternoon to pick them up. There is a space for students to do homework and a space for them to hang out with other Middle School students until leaving. Management of the students includes keeping roll and staying until the last student has been picked up. This position allows time for personal work, reading etc.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong sense of humor, initiative, with the ability to be punctual, self-motivated, and commit to the work schedule.

Duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned.

• Manages Middle School students in two classrooms, insuring security and safety.
• Respectfully handles conflicts and discipline in line with Pace values.
• Greets parents each afternoon and provides positive feedback.
• Available to stay past 6:30 PM (if needed).

REQUIREMENTS:

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent desired.
Two to four years related experience and/or training desired.
Basic knowledge of first aid required.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds required.
Starting salary is $15 per hour.

To learn more about our Middle School:
https://www.paceacademy.org/academics/middle-school

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Middle and Upper School Substitute Teachers

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Georgia, with an enrollment of 1100 students in pre-first through twelfth grades. Pace Academy provides a rigorous academic curriculum to prepare students for success at a variety of prestigious colleges and universities. The school strives to
provide an environment that stimulates physical health, a spirit of service, respect for diversity, and a healthy psychological and social outlook.

Pace Academy is seeking substitute teachers for Upper and Middle Schools. The Substitute Teacher provides instruction, manages the classroom environment, and promotes student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Expertise and enjoyment in working with students is a necessity.

• Follows the teacher’s written lesson plans. Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
• Complies with all building procedures and schedules.
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered.
• Implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
• Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Works cooperatively with staff and parents.
• Incorporates the effective use of available technology.
• Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Respects personal privacy.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety.
• Does not leave students unsupervised.
• 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
• Teacher preparation program desired
• Demonstrated success teaching middle or upper school is highly valued
• Strong sense of humor, flexibility, and a strong desire to work with adolescents is required
• Long Term Substitute positions require a Bachelor’s degree in education/discipline to be taught and experience is strongly preferred
• Must be available on short notice, even morning of (occurs with teacher illness)

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer