CERTIFIED Middle School_ PE &Health Teacher (2026-2027)

Achievers Early College Prep; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Achievers Early College Prep in Trenton, New Jersey is looking for a Certified Middle School PE & Health Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This role emphasizes creating innovative lesson plans and leveraging data to enhance the curriculum while ensuring student engagement.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in teaching, a valid NJ Teaching Certification, and a team-oriented mindset focused on continuous improvement. Join a dedicated team committed to shaping future leaders.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of teaching experience in upper elementary, middle, or high school.
• Strong content knowledge in Physical Education and Health Education.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans for PE and Health for grades 6-8.
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Implement effective techniques for increasing student engagement.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Adaptability and flexibility

Education

Valid NJ Teaching Certification

Tools

Google Classroom

Job description

CERTIFIED Middle School_ PE &Health Teacher (2026-2027)

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey’s first public charter school for middle and high school students that provides them with a unique opportunity to pursue one of four STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering, and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials, and workplace training. AECP is determined to ensure that students can enhance their journey through high school and graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences that are essential to the current marketplace and the world beyond.

Achievers Fit

• Demonstrates alignment and commitment to Achievers Early College Prep’s mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
• Adaptable in a growing environment; flexible and solutions‑oriented
• Evidence of self‑motivation, taking initiatives, and willingness to be a team player
• Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge to dramatically increase student achievement
• Driven to deliver rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
• Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data‑driven decision making
• Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
• Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, practice, and the notion of “I’M ALL IN!”
• Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset‑based thinking

About the Role

Achievers Early College Prep is excited to grow a team of teachers who are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration. Teachers in this position will be able to:

• Have strong content knowledge in Physical Education (PE) and Health Education
• Create lesson plans for PE and Health for 6th, 7th, or 8th grade students
• Be comfortable with online applications to enhance learning
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Be receptive to weekly coaching and committed to growing and strengthening practice
• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior
• Implement multiple techniques for increased student engagement and checking for understanding
• Have familiarity with Google Classroom and virtual meeting platforms
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

Essential Qualifications

• Teaching experience in an upper elementary, middle, or high school
• Adept interpersonal and communication skills for diverse audiences
• Valid NJ Teaching Certification

As set forth in Achievers Early College Prep’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.