Inspiring Physical Education & Health Teacher (Elementary)

PATERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools in New Jersey seeks a dedicated Health and Physical Education teacher to deliver standards-based instruction to elementary students. You will plan, assess, and adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Requirements include an NJ instructional certificate in Physical Education and Health, CPR/First Aid certifications, and, if assigned swimming duties, an American Red Cross water safety certificate.

Qualifications

• NJ instructional certificate in Physical Education and Health is required.
• Hold CPR/First Aid certifications.
• If teaching swimming, must hold American Red Cross water safety certificate registered with NJDOE.
• Experience teaching and working with students in health and physical education; alternative certification accepted.
• Knowledge of the NJSLS and NJSLA; strong classroom management and instructional practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical education and health instruction aligned to NJ standards.
• Create engaging lessons and manage elementary classrooms effectively.
• Utilize interactive computer instructional software and other tech tools in lessons.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional strategies

Elementary teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Oral & written communication

Computer literacy

Technology integration

Pedagogical mastery

Education

NJ instructional certificate in Physical Education and Health

CPR/First Aid certification

American Red Cross water safety certificate

Tools

Word processing

Data management software

Multimedia presentation tools

Educational software

Job description

Paterson Public Schools in New Jersey seeks a dedicated Health and Physical Education teacher to deliver standards-based instruction to elementary students. You will plan, assess, and adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Requirements include an NJ instructional certificate in Physical Education and Health, CPR/First Aid certifications, and, if assigned swimming duties, an American Red Cross water safety certificate.