Middle School Physical Education Teacher

Sacred Heart Greenwich; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Middle School Physical Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves planning and teaching engaging physical education classes, mentoring students, and fostering a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child development, a commitment to student well-being, and the ability to inspire young learners. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in academics and athletics, where your contributions will shape the future of students in a nurturing and collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience teaching children in grades 5 to 8.
• Knowledge of current trends in education related to Physical Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach physical education classes for grades 5-8.
• Serve as a coach for at least two seasons.

Skills

Teaching Physical Education

Coaching

Child Development Knowledge

Curriculum Planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education

Master’s Degree in Education

Job description

Middle School Physical Education Teacher JobID: 536

• Position Type:
  Middle School Faculty/ Physical Education
  
  
• Date Posted:
  4/22/2025
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/21/2025
  
  

Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment in accordance with the Goals and Criteria of a Sacred Heart education. This mission provides opportunities to develop spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Sacred Heart Greenwich integrates technology into the learning process through enhanced collaboration, exploration, discovery, and creativity.

We aim to form students of faith, intellect, and awareness, who will use their gifts in service to others. Relationship and mentoring are at the heart of the student experience, which is grounded in student centered learning, inquiry, problem solving, interdisciplinary connection, collaboration, and an understanding of social justice. Student leadership and well-being are connected to every academic discipline, as all full-time teachers are also grade level advisors.

The school offers a coed program for young children at the Barat Center for Early Childhood Education and then an all-girls experience from K-12 on our 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut. We are proudly part of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools.

We are currently seeking a Middle School Physical Education Teacher to join in the vision of our Physical Education Department for the 2025-2026 school year.

Position: Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Reports to: Head of Middle School
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-time

Job Summary
Sacred Heart Greenwich is committed to excellence in academics and athletics. The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for the instruction of a quality physical education program within the context of the Goals and Criteria that define a Sacred Heart education.

Essential Functions may include:

Plan and teach physical education classes for grades 5th through 8th and assist in Lower School classes as needed

Serve as a member of the Health and Wellness team. This may include teaching, providing guidance, and education in the areas of nutrition and health.

Serve as an advisor to a group of Middle School students

Willingness to teach flexibly and collaborate with colleagues across divisions

Genuine passion for and command of subject matter and enthusiasm for working with middle school students

Instruction encourages curiosity, exploration, and discovery appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of the students

Support for all learners through diverse strategies and approaches in a caring environment where students learn and collaborate positively with one another

Interactions with parents on students’ progress, social growth, and learning needs at designated times of the year, and meetings with parents as necessary

Embrace and live out the mission as outlined in the goals and criteria of the Sacred Heart.

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Serve as a coach for at least two seasons, with the capacity to coach at the Varsity-level, as determined with the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education required; Master’s preferred. 1-3 years experience teaching children in grades 5 to 8. Knowledge of child development, best practices, and current trends in education specifically related to middle school aged children and the Physical Education discipline.The ability to develop teaching strategies and teach multiple grade levels is essential. Experience coaching at the middle/high school or collegiate level is preferred.

As members of the international network of Sacred Heart schools, we are committed to attracting and retaining faculty with a passion for teaching, who demonstrate an active faith, practice a deep respect for intellectual values, promote social awareness, build community, and value personal growth and responsibility. Sacred Heart Greenwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates who will enhance the cultural diversity of our community.

To Apply: Interested candidates must complete the on-line application on our website:

Postings current as of 5/10/2025 1:50:29 PM CST.

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