Teacher - Physical Education

CPC Behavioral Healthcare; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

FSA (Health & Dependent Care)

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Coverage

Credit Union

Discounts for services

Job summary

High Point School in Morganville, NJ is seeking a licensed Physical Education/Health Teacher to plan, implement, and supervise developmentally appropriate PE within a therapeutic special education environment.

The candidate will design lessons aligned with IEPs, ensure student safety, supervise activities, and maintain CPR/First Aid certification, demonstrating strong communication and ability to use educational tech for documentation.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey Certification: Physical Education/ Health.
• Fully certified according to New Jersey DOE requirements.
• Experience adapting PE activities for students with behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate physical education lessons aligned with IEPs.
• Provide direct instruction, modeling, and supervision during physical activities.
• Supervise transitions to and from the gym, outdoor spaces, and activity areas.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Apply positive behavioral supports and adhere to the school behavior system.
• Ensure student safety and welfare during PE classes.

Skills

Supervision

Safety protocols

Verbal communication

Technology use

Education

Current New Jersey Certification: Physical Education/ Health

Job description

The Physical Education/ Health 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 Physical Education/ Health

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

Current NewJersey Certification: Physical Education/ Health

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Current NewJersey Certification: Physical Education/ Health

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.
• 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

CPC Integrated Health offers a comprehensive variety of benefits to promote health and financial security for you and your family:

• Competitive Salary (Annual Salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 based on Experience)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
• 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