Teacher - Physical Education

Education Jobs NJ; New Jersey; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

403b Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

High Point School in Morganville, NJ seeks a qualified Physical Education Teacher to plan, implement, and supervise PE programs for students in a therapeutic special education setting. The role emphasizes fitness, motor development, social-emotional growth, and wellbeing with adherence to NJ requirements.

The candidate will deliver PE lessons that support IEP goals, supervise activities, and collaborate with clinical staff.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey Certification: Teacher of the Handicapped or Health & Physical Education.
• Experience delivering physical education in therapeutic or special education settings.
• Ability to supervise students and follow safety protocols during activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate PE lessons aligned with IEPs emphasizing fitness, motor skills, teamwork, self-regulation, and sportsmanship.
• Provide direct instruction, modeling, and supervision during gym and outdoor activities.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to support behavior plans during activity and use de-escalation strategies.
• Complete documentation including lesson plans, progress notes, data logs, and IEP-related paperwork.

Skills

Verbal communication

Student supervision

Safety protocols

Movement demonstration

Educational technology

Education

New Jersey teaching certification

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Teacher - Physical Education

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Physical Education Teacher is hired by High Point School administration and is fully certified according to New Jersey Department of Education requirements. The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising developmentally appropriate physical education programming that promotes students' physical fitness, motor skill development, social-emotional growth, and overall well-being within a therapeutic special education environment.

Location

High Point School, Morganville, NJ

Title

Teacher of Health/ Physical Education

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Current New Jersey Certification: Teacher of the Handicapped/or Health & Physical Education

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current New Jersey Certification: Teacher of the Handicapped

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience adapting physical education activities for students with behavioral, emotional, and/or
• Experience implementing physical activity within trauma-informed and behaviorally supportive environments

WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to actively supervise students during structured and unstructured physical activities.
• Ability to follow through with safety protocols and maintain attention to detail in dynamic environments.
• Ability to move throughout the gym and activity spaces, demonstrate physical activities, and actively engage with students.
• Strong verbal communication skills for providing clear instructions, cues, and redirection during physical activity.
• Ability to use technology, including educational software for documentation and data tracking.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively during behavioral escalations that may occur during physical activity.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

• Responsible for the overall welfare and safety of students during physical education classes.
• Designs and implements physical education lessons aligned with students' Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), focusing on physical fitness, motor development, teamwork, self-regulation, and sportsmanship.
• Provides direct instruction, modeling, and supervision during physical activities, including gym-based exercises and outdoor field activities,
• Actively supervises and supports students during transitions to and from the gym, outdoor fields, and activity spaces.
• Creates gym schedules, provides direction for, and directs teaching assistants assigned to physical education activities.
• Coordinates with clinical staff to support individualized behavioral plans during physical activity, including use of de‑scalation strategies and positive behavioral supports.
• Maintains regular communication with administration, clinical staff, and educational team members regarding student progress and participation.
• Orders and maintains physical education equipment and supplies within an established budget, ensuring equipment is safe and developmentally appropriate.
• Notifies the Custodian, Principal and School Director of maintenance or safety concerns related to gymnasium spaces, equipment, or outdoor activity areas.
• Participates in IEP meetings, school meetings, and consultations with sending districts and outside agencies as scheduled.
• Completes all required documentation, including lesson plans, progress notes, data logs, report cards, and IEP-related paperwork.
• Participates in required training, including those related to physical safety, crisis intervention, and behavior management.
• May be required to provide student supervision during school-wide events, field trips, or movement‑based activities offsite.
• Required to maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Utilizes positive behavioral supports and adheres to the school‑wide behavior and level system during all physical education activities.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The Physical Education Teacher position is physically demanding and requires sustained physical activity throughout the workday.

Standing

• Frequent standing (50% or more of the workday) is required while providing instruction, demonstrations, supervision, and active engagement in physical education activities.

Walking / Movement

• Frequent walking and movement (50% or more of the workday) is required during Physical education classes, transitions, outdoor activities, drills, and emergency procedures.

Bending / Squatting / Kneeling

• Frequent bending, squatting, and kneeling (up to 50% or more of the workday) is required when assisting students, setting up equipment, or retrieving items from the floor.

Balance

• Frequent balance (50% or more of the workday) is required when supervising physically active students, navigating uneven or outdoor terrain, and responding to safety or behavioral situations.

Gripping / Grasping

• Frequent gripping, grasping, and fine/gross motor control (50% or more of the workday) is required when handling equipment, documenting activities, and assisting with student support as needed.

About Our Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
• 403b Retirement Plan (Employer Match!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Coverage for Accidental and Critical Illness
• Credit Union
• Discount offers for cell phone service, entertainment, travel, shopping, childcare and much more!

About High Point Schools

High Point School is a State of New Jersey approved, private school for students with disabilities. Students who attend are ages 5-21, and grades K-12, from school districts throughout New Jersey.

At High Point School, we surround each child with a caring and skilled safety-net of support-it's an approach where each child has a team of professionals who embrace their journey, every step of the way-academically, socially, psychologically, and in terms of their physical needs. With this integrated & highly personalized approach, our team collaborates with input from the student's family while meeting regularly to discuss each student's success which makes all the difference in setting the stage for their growth and progress.

Why are High Point Schools different? The staff‑to‑student ratio is one teaching staff to three students. Class sizes are limited to 12. Our 1:3 ratio means that each child's individual educational plan is thoughtfully carried out. High Point Schools combine a comprehensive academic curriculum with evidence based positive behavior support and a wide array of therapeutic services to promote a positive and effective learning environment. Our team creates a safe environment for students and includes psychiatrists, nurses, teachers and teaching assistants, licensed clinical social