Health & Physical Education Teacher - Shape Wellness & Growth

Innovation Charter High School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with up to 5% employer match

Life insurance

Professional development and coaching

Collaborative team

Job summary

Innovation Charter High School in New York City seeks a NYS-certified Health or Physical Education teacher passionate about lifelong wellness and healthy decision-making for high school students.

The educator will design and deliver engaging instruction aligned with NYS standards, collaborating with teams, families, and support staff to foster physical literacy, teamwork, and well-being. A strong fit emphasizes equity and high expectations.

Qualifications

• New York State certification in Health Education and/or Physical Education is required, or active pathway toward appropriate NYS certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess Health and Physical Education instruction aligned with New York State Learning Standards and schoolwide instructional expectations.
• Design engaging lessons that promote physical fitness, health literacy, wellness, and lifelong healthy habits.
• Differentiate instruction and activities to ensure students of varying abilities can participate meaningfully.
• Adapt activities and expectations to support students with disabilities and other individual learning needs.
• Teach knowledge and skills for informed decisions related to physical activity, nutrition, mental and emotional wellness, and healthy relationships.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and personal growth.

Education

NYS certification in Health Education and/or Physical Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Education, or related field

Job description

Innovation Charter High School in New York City seeks a NYS-certified Health or Physical Education teacher passionate about lifelong wellness and healthy decision-making for high school students.

The educator will design and deliver engaging instruction aligned with NYS standards, collaborating with teams, families, and support staff to foster physical literacy, teamwork, and well-being. A strong fit emphasizes equity and high expectations.