Physical Education/ Gym Teacher

CJR; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Discounts

Job summary

CJR is seeking a part-time Physical Education teacher in Waterbury, CT, offering 17.5 hours weekly at $27–$35 per hour. The role runs Monday through Friday, 8:30am–12:00pm, with a focus on students with disabilities and alignment to IEP goals.

Responsibilities include planning activities, differentiation, PBIS integration, and collaboration with school staff to support students’ educational, physical, and social development. Requires CT certification and a Bachelor's in Education.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with students, families and staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to implement IEP goals.
• Ability to create a positive and productive classroom environment for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct a balanced program of instruction for students with disabilities.
• Differentiate instruction and assess progress aligned with IEPs.
• Support PBIS guidelines and maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Use technology to support instruction for students with special needs.
• Collaborate with administrators and teachers to implement IEPs.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Job description

Part‑Time PE Teacher - Job #627

Waterbury, CT 06702

$27-$35 per hour

Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00pm - 17 1/2 hours per week

About This Position:

Under the direction of the Director of Education and Student Services, the Physical Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate educational experiences for students who have a wide range of learning, behavioral, and emotional disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress aligned with their Individualized Education Program (IEP); creates a flexible program and learning environment that the will allow students to succeed.

• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
• Provide differentiated and integrated assessment and evaluation strategies to support student learning
• Establish and support guidelines for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with the school's Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support Plans (PBIS)
• Use technology to assist in developing, providing and supporting instruction for special education students
• Confer with administrators, social workers, and other professionals to implement IEPs designed to promote students’ educational, physical, and social/emotional development
• Develop, facilitate, evaluate, and interpret achievement testing and vocational aptitude examinations
• Collaborate with other academic teachers to integrate course content and provide support for students experiencing behavioral and academic challenges within the educational program
• Assist in developing transition planning for students returning to the public-school setting, workplace setting, and/or other educational programs
• Provide educational case management services for identified students as needed
• Be an active member on an interdisciplinary treatment team

Minimal Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education - Required
• Connecticut State Department of Education certification or willingness to pursue (#044)
• Experience with teaching students - Preferred
• Ability to develop a positive classroom culture/environment based on diverse student needs
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Communication Proficiency
• Collaboration Skills

Hours and Rate of Pay:

• Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00pm - 17 1/2 hours per week
• Hourly range between $27-$35 per hour based on qualifications, education, certifications and experience.

Benefits:

At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, part-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:

• Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
• Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
• Annual monetary incentives
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
• Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

About CJR:

A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!

CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.