Long-Term P.E. Teacher (Temp) – Lower & Middle School

Winchester Thurston; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Winchester Thurston School in Pittsburgh, PA, seeks a Long-Term Substitute Physical Education Teacher for November 2026 through January 2027. The role supports Lower School PE, Middle School health, and a student-run Middle School elective, with duties aligned to the school's educational philosophy.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in education or exercise science and prior PE teaching experience.

Qualifications

• When applying, show a bachelor's degree in education or exercise science or related field.
• Experience teaching physical education is required.
• Preference for candidates with independent school background and project-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach physical education to Lower School students, health to Middle School students, and one student-run Middle School elective.
• Plan and execute lessons using varied methods of instruction and assessment per school philosophy.
• Attend meetings as required and communicate with parents as needed.
• Maintain a safe, organized classroom environment and perform non-academic duties as assigned.
• Fulfill other duties connected with the role as needed.

Skills

PE teaching experience

Independent schools experience

Project-based learning

Classroom safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Bachelor's degree in exercise science

Job description

Winchester Thurston School in Pittsburgh, PA, seeks a Long-Term Substitute Physical Education Teacher for November 2026 through January 2027. The role supports Lower School PE, Middle School health, and a student-run Middle School elective, with duties aligned to the school's educational philosophy.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in education or exercise science and prior PE teaching experience.