Athletics Assistant, LS PE Teacher, Varsity Basketball Coach

The Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls' Pre-K through 12th-grade independent school in the
Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls
and young women. Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is
dedicated to developing each student's highest potential in intellect, character, and physical
well-being.
Essential Functions:
Athletics Assistant:
● Assists in administering the schools interscholastic athletic programs
● Prepares, collects and maintains equipment and uniforms; organizes team apparel stores
● Manages the scheduling of athletic events and facilities, including submitting work order
requests
● Supervises athletic practices, contests and team managers
● Perform administrative tasks in support of the Athletic Director and department events
and activities
● Assists in writing materials, promotions and communications for the athletics
department
● Assumes other duties as assigned by Athletic Director, Division Director and/or
Department Chair
● Coaches a minimum of one season per school year
LS PE & Wellness Teacher:
● Teach and manage Lower School students in physical education and wellness classes
● Implement current curriculum and contribute to its ongoing development
● Manage day to day physical education and wellness classes and activities including but
not limited to:
○ Create and maintain an orderly, safe environment conducive to learning
○ Maintain current and accurate student records
○ Provide individual learning opportunities for students as needed
○ Carry out assigned duties (bus, lunch, recess, etc.)
○ Work constructively with parents and colleagues
○ Inform parents and Division Director of students’ progress through written
reports and conferences

○ Create and teach daily lesson plans
● Participate in all department, division and staff meetings
● Attend conferences, workshops and other professional development opportunities
● Assist with admission visits on an as needed basis
Varsity Basketball Coach:
This position is responsible for the oversight and leadership of the basketball program, including
but not limited to:
● Coordinate practice sessions, training programs, and offseasons workouts and clinics
with an emphasis on safety, athletic growth, development and competitive success
● Teach skills and strategies for competitive success
● Recruit and retain student-athletes of high athletic, academic and basketball potential to
The Agnes Irwin School
● Assist student-athletes in the college recruiting process
● Supervise Assistant Coach and JV Coach; provide leadership and direction for middle
school basketball coaches
Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred)
● Previous college or high school coaching experience in basketball is required and
experience with knowledge of college recruiting process
● Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are required
● Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all members of School community
● Ability and desire to maintain and consistently exemplify the highest standards of
professionalism, leadership, and sportsmanship is required
● Certification in Physical Education and Health (preferred), previous teaching experience
in physical education and/or health and wellness preferred
● Flexibility to teach in different grade levels and divisions
● Technology proficiency
● Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
● Demonstrated ability to effectively work with students, staff, administration, and parents
● Knowledge of appropriate safety measures to ensure the well-being of student-athletes
● CPR/First Aid certification
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
● Adequate physical mobility, dexterity, strength, and endurance to perform the functions
of the position
● Sit, stand, walk and run for required periods of time
● Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
● Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and/or written word
● Daily exposure to moderate noise level
The physical requirements and work environment described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the