Physical Education Teacher

The-Lincoln-Center-For-Family-and-Yout; Lower Providence Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth in Audubon, PA is seeking a Physical Education Teacher to plan and deliver engaging PE lessons aligned with the school curriculum and standards. You will foster fitness, teamwork, and healthy habits while maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and PA teaching certification in Physical Education. You will work with teachers, counselors, and coaches to support student growth and participate in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and PA teaching certification in Physical Education required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or equivalent software.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver physical education lessons aligned with standards.
• Assess student progress and adapt activities for diverse abilities.
• Maintain safety procedures and equipment.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and coaches.
• Maintain attendance and progress records.
• Support extracurricular athletic activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PA teaching certification in Physical Education

Job description

The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth1100 Adams Ave | Audubon, PA 19403(610) 277-3715 | [e-mail] DESCRIPTION: Physical Education TeacherTitle:Physical Education TeacherFLSA:ExemptReports To:Organization Summary:Site DirectorFounded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1983, TLC is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communities—one moment, one choice, one connection at a time. Headquartered in Pennsylvania, TLC operates across multiple states, providing K-12 alternative education, comprehensive mental and behavioral health services, coaching, counseling, and trauma-informed training. Additionally, TLC collaborates with school districts, universities, hospitals, police departments, and nonprofit organizations, offering consultation services to secure federal and state grant fundingSummary:The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering engaging physical education lessons that promote students’ physical fitness, motor skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyles. The Physical Education teacher creates a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students of different abilities can participate in physical activities and develop lifelong healthy habits.In an open, small classroom environment, the Teacher must demonstrate a high degree of flexibility in serving the individualized instructional needs of the students assigned to the class. The Teacher must be able to work in a team environment with other Teachers, special education staff, counselors, and social workers. Teacher should possess a high degree of authenticity, kindness, and empathy while effectively maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to academic and socioemotional growth.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Plan and deliver physical education lessons aligned with the school curriculum and educational standards.Teach fundamental movement skills, sports techniques, fitness exercises, and recreational activities.Organize individual and team sports, games, tournaments, and physical fitness programs.Assess and monitor students’ physical development, participation, skill acquisition, and progress.Promote teamwork, discipline, fair play, leadership, and sportsmanship.Ensure student safety during physical activities and enforce appropriate safety procedures.Maintain sports equipment, facilities, and instructional materials.Adapt activities to accommodate students with diverse physical abilities and learning needs.Encourage healthy habits, physical wellness, and active lifestyles.Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, and performance records.Collaborate with other teachers, school administrators, parents, and coaches.Support extracurricular sports activities, school athletic events, and fitness initiatives.Follow school policies, child safeguarding procedures, and emergency response protocols.Facilitate LearningDevelop a classroom culture where Educator is viewed as “facilitator” of the learning process and not a “lecturer”Plans, prepares and implements lesson plans that facilitate active learningProvides personalized support to each student to develop learning plans that matches each student’s needs and abilitiesUtilizes Project-Based Learning (PBL) techniquesLeverages technology to support and differentiate instructionDevelops a multi-sensory learning environmentConduct AssessmentsAssigns and grades class work, homework, test and assignmentsMonitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust facilitation strategiesMaintains accurate and complete records of students’ progressDevelop Positive Classroom CultureBuilds positive, compassionate classroom communities that engages learnersFinds and exchanges tips for coping with disruptive behaviors and managing distractionProvide Socioemotional SupportProvides diverse opportunities to develop and enhance students’ social and emotional skillsPromotes the overall wellness (physical, mental, social, emotional) of each studentBe an Integral PartnerActively participates in department, school, district and parent meetingsInitiates and maintains close contact with parents/guardians of each studentCommunicates information regularly to students, parents, and districts regarding student progress and student needsPerform Administrative TasksUpdates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulationsAssesses, records, and reports on the development, progress, goal attainment and behavior of studentsAttends meetings as scheduled and necessary with counselors, other staff and other members of the Public-School DistrictRequired Skills:Leadership and soft skills:Excellent communication and relationship building skillsAbility to work effectively on a multi-treatment teamTechnical skills:Proficient in subject matter taughtKnowledge and experience with Microsoft programsEducation:Bachelor’s degree and Pennsylvania teaching Certification in Physical Education, Sports Science or related field.Work Environment:Small alternative, open-space school setting (grades 7-12) in Audubon, PAWork Hours:This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, 43-week positionTravel:Minimal travelEEO Statement:TLC does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to, race, age, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis recognized by federal, state or local law.Other Duties:Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice