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About Gulliver Preparatory School

Gulliver Prep is what’s now and what's next in education – Miami's school of choice for challenging, future-ready, personalized learning to meet the needs and fuel the aspirations of our diverse and dynamic community. Alongside our experienced and dedicated faculty, our students discover their passions and shape powerful futures that meaningfully impact our world. Gulliver is a national model for teaching and learning where the intellectual curiosity of educators and students drives creativity, innovation, and the highest levels of achievement.

Founded in 1926 and later transformed under the visionary leadership of Marian C. Krutulis, Gulliver has been a leading school of distinction for nearly 100 years. To this day, our mission remains unchanged: to create an academic community devoted to educational excellence, with a personal touch, that fulfills each student’s potential. We are opening the world wide for members of our community to learn boldly, act with great heart, and lead wisely. 

Job Summary

The Upper School at Gulliver Prep is seeking passionate and dedicated educators for a variety of positions within the Physical Education department to join our growing team. The qualified candidate must be able to develop and execute effective lesson plans that cover the curriculum and engage students’ interests related to promoting wellness and mindfulness, with the ability to teach sports, weight training and yoga. The qualified candidate will be knowledgeable of health and wellness principles along with injury practices. This position will plan practice opportunities that are structured for maximum participation (e.g., individual, partner, and small-group activities; non elimination activities; activities that require no wait time).

Additionally, this position requires faculty to coach one sport during the school year (assistant or head coach) but are encouraged to coach multiple sports throughout the school year. Applicants should be enthusiastic, patient, empathetic and able to motivate students of all abilities.  Have a strong collaborative mindset and interpersonal skills, while communicating effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administrators. Work cooperatively with other physical education faculty in planning and implementing a balance program all while having a passion for teaching and inspiring students to embrace physical activity and wellness. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.  Master’s degree preferred

  • At least two years of teaching experience; at the upper school level is preferred. 

Desired Qualifications

  • Effective classroom management skills. 

  • Experience employing a range of pedagogical approaches (e.g., direct instruction, project-based learning, cooperative group work).

  • Strong presentation abilities and effective written communication.

  • Proficient with technology, including  Google, NearPod, Canva, and interactive whiteboards.

  • Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students. 

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Level II Fingerprint Screening(s) and Drug Screen.

Gulliver Prep is deeply committed to the principles of equity and diversity and seeks to create an inclusive community for all faculty and staff. Gulliver is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

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