Middle School PE & Health Teacher (Leave Replacement)

Fair Lawn Public School District; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription insurance

Job summary

Fair Lawn Public School District seeks a Leave Replacement Teacher of Physical Education & Health for Thomas Jefferson Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year (March–June 2027). This position requires a New Jersey Health and Physical Education certification and a strong foundation in developmentally appropriate instructional methods.

The successful candidate will deliver standards-based PE and health lessons, foster a positive learning environment, and collaborate with staff, parents, and

Qualifications

• Must hold New Jersey Health and Physical Education certification with appropriate endorsement(s).
• Demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate instructional methods and activities.
• Demonstrate understanding of child growth, instructional strategies, assessment, and classroom management.
• Ability to use digital equipment and instructional technology for data management and learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-based physical education and health instruction for middle school students.
• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and families as appropriate.
• Utilize instructional technology to support data-driven instruction and learning goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data-driven instruction

Digital literacy

Education

New Jersey Certification

Health and Physical Education endorsement

Instructional Certificate

Job description

Fair Lawn Public School District seeks a Leave Replacement Teacher of Physical Education & Health for Thomas Jefferson Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year (March–June 2027). This position requires a New Jersey Health and Physical Education certification and a strong foundation in developmentally appropriate instructional methods.

The successful candidate will deliver standards-based PE and health lessons, foster a positive learning environment, and collaborate with staff, parents, and