Physical Education Teacher 26/27

Hoboken Public Schools; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoboken Public School District is seeking a Health and Physical Education teacher for a district-wide position starting January 1, 2027. The role focuses on promoting student wellness, fitness, and developing knowledge and skills for healthy living.

Applicants must hold a valid NJ Health and Physical Education certificate, demonstrate effective teaching practices, and foster a positive learning environment while collaborating with staff, families, and administration.

Qualifications

• NJ Teaching Certificate for Health and Physical Education (Limited CE, CE, CEAS, Provisional or Standard)
• Previous teaching experience preferred
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Criminal history background check
• Proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status

Responsibilities

• Promote students' safety, wellness, health maintenance and physical fitness; provide students with an understanding of the relationship of a healthy body to healthy behaviors; and cultivate knowledge and skills that are conducive to good physical and mental health
• Work to achieve common core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives by developing skills in comprehensive health and physical education using curriculum and instructional materials adopted by the board of education
• Work cooperatively with other health and physical education teachers and regular classroom teachers in planning an effective comprehensive school health program
• Provide health, safety, family life education and/or physical education, as assigned
• Set specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans, and carry through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives
• Provide appropriate safety instruction and make safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of students; assume responsibility for proper use and storage of physical education equipment
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive learning environment
• Evaluate each student's growth in health/physical education related to knowledge and skills, maintain records of students' progress in class record books and/or board approved forms, and summarize these marks for reporting purposes
• Maintain professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities
• Communicate with parents/guardians through conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and to discuss student progress
• Identify student needs, and cooperate with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, behavior and learning problems
• Participate in curriculum development activities, faculty meetings and school level planning
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and board policy
• Perform other duties within the scope of employment and certification as may be assigned

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

NJ Teaching Certificate for Health and Physical Education

Job description

Position Type: Districtwide Teaching and Support

Date Posted: 10/14/2026

Location: District

Date Available: January 1, 2027

Welcome to the Hoboken Public School District! Please find below an exciting opportunity for a prospective or current educator to join the Hoboken Public School District family! To get to know us a bit better, please visit our website and social media platforms to see the most current happenings in our amazing and diverse district:

• https://www.hoboken.k12.nj.us/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HobokenPublicSchoolDistrict/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hobokenpublicschools/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/HobokenSchools
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hobokenpublicschooldist
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HPSVideoHighlights

This opportunity would include the following requirements and qualifications:

• NJ Teaching Certificate for Health and Physical Education (Limited CE, CE, CEAS, Provisional or Standard )
• Previous teaching experience preferred
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Criminal history background check
• Proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status

Responsibilities

• Promote students' safety, wellness, health maintenance and physical fitness; provide students with an understanding of the relationship of a healthy body to healthy behaviors; and cultivate knowledge and skills that are conducive to good physical and mental health
• Work to achieve common core curriculum content standards and district educational goals and objectives by developing skills in comprehensive health and physical education using curriculum and instructional materials adopted by the board of education
• Work cooperatively with other health and physical education teachers and regular classroom teachers in planning an effective comprehensive school health program
• Provide health, safety, family life education and/or physical education, as assigned
• Set specific objectives wherever possible in lesson preparation and weekly lesson plans, and carry through presentation to effectively achieve these objectives
• Provide appropriate safety instruction and make safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of students; assume responsibility for proper use and storage of physical education equipment.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive learning environment
• Evaluate each student's growth in health/physical education related to knowledge and skills, maintain records of students' progress in class record books and/or board approved forms, and summarize these marks for reporting purposes
• Maintain professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities
• Communicate with parents/guardians through conferences and other means to inform them about the school program and to discuss student progress
• Identify student needs, and cooperate with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, behavior and learning problems
• Participate in curriculum development activities, faculty meetings and school level planning
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and board policy
• Perform other duties within the scope of employment and certification as may be assigned

Compensation

As Per Hoboken Education Association (HEA) Contract