Middle School PE Teacher - Elevate Wellness & Leadership

Elevate Charter Schools; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Charter Schools seeks a Physical Education (PE) Teacher for Booker T. Washington Academy Middle School in New Haven, CT. The role emphasizes developing a dynamic PE program, health literacy, and character through movement and sport.

The position is full-time and on-site, with responsibilities spanning instruction, culture, collaboration, and student well-being. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree and PE teaching certification, with 2–3 years of PE or coaching experience and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Valid teaching certification in Physical Education, or eligibility for reciprocity required.
• At least 2–3 years of experience teaching P.E. or coaching youth athletics."
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to complete before start date)
• Experience in urban, high-need settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate PE lessons.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Foster health literacy, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Lead or support extracurricular activities such as intramural sports or fitness clubs.
• Collaborate with teachers to align PE with academic and SEL goals.

Skills

Student engagement

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Teaching certification in Physical Education

Job description

Elevate Charter Schools seeks a Physical Education (PE) Teacher for Booker T. Washington Academy Middle School in New Haven, CT. The role emphasizes developing a dynamic PE program, health literacy, and character through movement and sport.

The position is full-time and on-site, with responsibilities spanning instruction, culture, collaboration, and student well-being. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree and PE teaching certification, with 2–3 years of PE or coaching experience and a