About Concord Hill School

Concord Hill School is an early childhood and elementary school serving children ages 3 through third grade. Rooted in nurturing relationships, our program cultivates children’s curiosity and inspires personal and academic growth. Our core values of care, connection, curiosity, and courage shape a joyful, inclusive community where children discover their strengths, embrace challenges, and develop a love of learning.

Position Overview

Concord Hill School is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic educator to provide six weeks of family leave coverage for our Physical Education Specialist. The substitute teacher will lead engaging, developmentally appropriate movement experiences that build physical skills, confidence, teamwork, and a love of being active.

We welcome candidates with creative approaches to physical education, including dance, yoga, Zumba, creative movement, and other movement-based programs. Educators with experience in these areas who enjoy working with young children are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging physical education lessons for children ages 3 through third grade, in collaboration with the Associate Head of School for Teaching and Learning.
• Teach fundamental movement skills, balance, coordination, and spatial awareness through games, activities, and creative movement.
• Adapt instruction to support students’ developmental levels, individual needs, and physical abilities.
• Create a positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation, cooperation, sportsmanship, and confidence.
• Maintain clear routines and expectations that support safe movement and equipment use.
• Organize and care for physical education equipment and teaching spaces.
• Communicate and collaborate with colleagues to support students’ participation and success.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or leading young children in physical education, dance, yoga, recreation, or a related movement-based program.
• An understanding of child development and experience designing safe, age-appropriate activities.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create a structured, supportive, and joyful learning environment.
• Flexibility, creativity, and responsiveness to children’s varying needs and abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Location: Concord Hill School, Chevy Chase, Maryland
Duration: Six weeks beginning in late January/early February
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (22.5 hours per week)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a brief cover letter describing their relevant experience to Michelle Farkas, Head of School, at mfarkas@concordhill.org.

Concord Hill School is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.