Long-Term Substitute Physical Educatiion Teacher

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

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Winchester Thurston School

Long-Term Substitute Physical Educatiion Teacher JobID: 408

• Position Type:
  Cross-Divisional Positions/ LS and MS Permanent Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted:
  10/15/2026
• Location:
  Winchester Thurston - City Campus

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE

Winchester Thurston School, Pittsburgh, PA

November 2026-January 2027

Winchester Thurston School, a JPK - Grade 12 independent school, announces an immediate opening for a Physical Education Long-term Substitute.

This is a long-term substitute position. This is a temporary position. Compensation is based on experience. WT is closed from November 25-27 and from December 21-January 1.

The following are the major 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, in accord with the School's educational philosophy
• Attend meetings as required
• Create and maintain an appropriate and organized classroom environment with an emphasis on student safety and well-being
• Communicate with parents as required
• Fulfill duties that are connected with non-academic responsibilities, including but not limited to, taking attendance, monitoring study halls, and other assigned duties
• Perform other duties as assigned

Applicants for the Lower School Physical Education Long-Term Substitute Teacher position must have the following credentials:

• Bachelor's degree in education or exercise science, or a related discipline
• Prior experience teaching physical education

Strong preference will be given to candidates with the following credentials:

• Experience teaching in independent schools
• Prior experience in project-based, experiential learning

Postings current as of 10/22/2026 3:53:55 AM CST.

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