Physical Education Teacher

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools seeks a passionate physical education teacher to inspire healthy, active living for elementary and middle school students. You design and lead engaging classes, foster teamwork, and create a safe, positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate holds a New York State initial or professional license in Physical Education, has experience teaching PE to younger students, and can partner with families and staff to support student success.

Qualifications

• License to teach Physical Education in NY state.
• Experience teaching PE to elementary and middle school students.
• Passion for health, wellness and lifelong fitness.
• Ability to foster collaboration and teamwork among students.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead engaging physical education classes aligned with the curriculum.
• Cultivate a positive learning environment with clear behavioral expectations.
• Promote a culture of sportsmanship, respect, and safety.
• Build teamwork, participation, and collaboration among students.
• Partner with parents, colleagues, and administrators to support student success.

Skills

Classroom management

Teamwork & collaboration

Health & fitness promotion

Motivational teaching

Education

New York State initial/professional license in Physical Education

Job description

Are you a passionate and motivating physical education teacher dedicated to inspiring students to lead healthy, active lives? We're seeking a dynamic educator to join our team and foster a love for fitness and teamwork in our elementary and middle school students. The ideal candidate will be a creative and collaborative professional who can build a positive and engaging learning environment.

What You'll Do

• Design and lead engaging physical education classes that align with the curriculum and promote students’ overall physical and health awareness.

• Cultivate a positive and productive learning environment by establishing clear expectations for student behavior and promoting a culture of sportsmanship, respect, and safety.

• Build a strong culture of teamwork, participation, and collaboration among students.

• Foster a collaborative community by effectively partnering with parents, colleagues, and administrators to support student success.

• Implement innovative lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs and abilities of elementary and middle school students.

What We're Looking For

• Possession of a New York State initial/professional license in Physical Education.

• Proven experience teaching a physical education program to students of elementary and middle school age.
• A passion for promoting health, wellness, and lifelong fitness.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire a culture of collaboration and teamwork among students.
• Strong classroom management skills with a focus on creating an orderly and productive environment.