Physical Education & Health Teacher

Physical Education/Health Teacher

Emmett School District 221 EMMETT INDEPENDENT DIST - Emmett, Idaho

Job : 5712205

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Physical Education Teacher

School Year

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' physical skills and abilities, strength, agility, poise, coordination, and teamwork; to develop students' understanding of the importance of exercise to physical and mental well‑being; and to motivate students to work towards physical fitness, hygiene, and good health. To provide, as a member of the Physical Education department staff, a quality education to all students of varying ability.

• Develops and administers Physical Education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Teaches knowledge of, and develops skills and abilities in, physical fitness, rhythm and dance, coordination and agility, exercise, and sports.
• Develops students' concepts in leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and social skills; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and appropriate feedback regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within physical education and grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• Note:
  
  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Ability to teach different levels of Physical Education courses.
• Knowledge of current physical education instructional methods, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of physiology, health and nutrition, biology and biological functions, anatomy, hygiene, exercise, and best ways to promote physical and mental well‑being.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Idaho Certification as a Physical Education Teacher.
• Idaho Certification as a Health Teacher preferred.

Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
• Coaching Experience desired.

Apply Online ettschools.org

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Angela Mattingly
• 119 N. Wardwell Ave.
• Emmett, Idaho 83617
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