Inspiring PE & Health Teacher (Leave Replacement)

Fair Lawn Public Schools; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Job summary

Fair Lawn Public Schools seeks a Leave Replacement Teacher of Physical Education & Health for the 2026-2027 school year at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. The role requires proper New Jersey certification and the ability to engage middle school students in developmentally appropriate activities.

The position involves delivering standards-aligned health and physical education, using instructional technology, and maintaining an orderly, positive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s).
• Knowledge of effective, research-based instructional methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities.
• Understanding of child growth, instructional strategies, assessment, learning theory, and classroom management.
• Ability to use digital equipment and instructional technology for data management and learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical education and health instruction for middle school students.
• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Maintain a positive, engaging learning environment and monitor student progress.

Education

New Jersey Instructional Certificate (endorsements as required)

Job description

Fair Lawn Public Schools seeks a Leave Replacement Teacher of Physical Education & Health for the 2026-2027 school year at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. The role requires proper New Jersey certification and the ability to engage middle school students in developmentally appropriate activities.

The position involves delivering standards-aligned health and physical education, using instructional technology, and maintaining an orderly, positive classroom environment.