HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER- LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE (LTS) - Middle School

To Be Determined; Perkasie (Bucks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Health & Physical Education Teacher - Long Term Substitute will join the middle school team to promote physical fitness and well-being, delivering engaging activities aligned with the district program.

The role requires collaboration with the principal and staff, planning daily lessons, and adapting to diverse student needs while maintaining safety and adherence to MTSS/IEP processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Pennsylvania Teacher Certification for Health and Physical Education PK-12 is required.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with the principal, subject supervisors and staff to develop an integrated program.
• Teach a variety of physical activities including sports, fitness exercises, and recreational games.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate lessons promoting fitness, health, and wellness, with differentiated instruction.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Valid Pennsylvania Teacher Certification – Health and Physical Education PK-12

Job description

Health & Physical Education Teacher- Long Term Substitute (LTS) - Middle School

Starting Date: Jan 25, 2027

Job Description

TITLE: Health and Physical Education Teacher - Long Term Substitute LTS

Job ID: 5987128

Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 25, 2027

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

Terms of Employment: Long Term Substitute, salary in accordance with PEA Collective Bargaining Agreement FLSA Exempt.

Available: January 25,2027 - End of School Year

Principal Function: The Middle School Physical Education Teacher is responsible for promoting physical fitness and overall well-being among students through engaging and dynamic physical education programs. This role involves designing and implementing activities that encourage students to develop physical skills, improve fitness levels, and foster teamwork and sportsmanship. The PE teacher plays a vital role in nurturing the physical, mental, and emotional development of students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with the principal, subject supervisors and other staff members to develop an integrated educational program for children.
• Teach a variety of physical activities, including individual and team sports, fitness exercises, and recreational games.
• Plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that promote physical fitness, health, and wellness for assigned groups of children, including differentiated instruction, to meet individual needs of children. Adapt lessons and activities to accommodate students of various skill levels and abilities.
• Foster a positive learning environment that encourages participation, sportsmanship, and collaboration.
• Ensure the safety of students during physical activities and monitor the proper use of equipment. Stay up to date on safety protocols and first aid procedures.
• Properly refer to the MTSS process those children experiencing unusual difficulties.
• Effectively implement IEP’s and the 504 plan of identified children using the resources that are provided.
• Maintain a plan book as directed by the principal and submit plan book for review upon request. Have daily plans readily available for the use of a substitute in the event of absence.
• Evaluate and record children’s progress and attendance as a basis for planning and reporting to parents.
• Maintain acceptable standards of discipline in the classroom which promotes learning and supports the school-wide discipline plans.
• Provide immediate care and protect injured students until the services of nurse or other medical personnel are available. Follow building’s safety-emergency management plan.
• Perform additional duties such as lunchroom, bus, or recess as required.
• Maintain and extend professional knowledge and skills through activities such as graduate study, participation in staff development, professional reading and other appropriate activities as defined in the District’s Act 48 Plan.
• Support school programs and maintain a high standard of ethical professional conduct when dealing with associates, parents and other members of the community.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Pennsylvania Teacher Certification – Health and Physical Education PK-12

Pre-Employment Paperwork Requirements

• PA State Police Clearance (Act 34)
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Act 114)
• School Personnel Health Form (Physical and TB test)
• PDE 6004 Form (Act 24)
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form(s) (Act 168)

ADA Compliance

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of this position.

Physical Requirements

SEDENTARY: involves sitting most of the time. The incumbent should be able to exert up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.

LIGHT WORK: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

MEDIUM WORK: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

HEAVY WORK: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 75 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

VERY HEAVY WORK: The incumbent should be able to exert in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally, and in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and in excess of 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Procedure: Interested candidates must submit an online application.

EOE

Position Type: Long-Term Substitute Assignment

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.