Physical Education​/Health Educator

Physical Education/Health Educator

Enfield School District John F Kennedy Middle School - Enfield, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

Job : 5558593

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Physical Education Teacher – Middle School

Department: Physical Education & Wellness
Position Type: Full-Time, Certified Teacher
Reports To: Building Administration & Director of Arts

“We believe public education is an essential component of a free and democratic society. In a partnership of family, school, community, and local and state government, our mission is to enable all students to meet high standards, make productive choices in their personal lives, contribute to a diverse global society and act as responsible citizens.”

To accomplish this, Enfield Public Schools seeks the necessary resources to:

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and academically challenging learning environment.
• Provide students and staff with opportunities to reach their full potential.
• Prepare students to become productive, lifelong learners.
• Instill curiosity and a love for learning that embraces the arts and the world around them.
• Prepare students to become self-reliant, honest, respectful, and responsible members of a diverse, global society.
• Improve student learning by holding staff accountable for using the most effective learning environment and teaching strategies. [enfieldschools.org]

Enfield Public Schools seeks an enthusiastic and student-centered Physical Education Teacher to support middle school learners in developing lifelong fitness habits, essential motor skills, and personal wellness. This educator will foster a positive and inclusive environment where all students—regardless of ability or learning profile—can access high-quality PE instruction. The role emphasizes building physical, social, and self-management skills that help students succeed in school wide programming and daily life.

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate PE lessons aligned to district curriculum and national standards.
• Use evidence-based strategies to strengthen physical literacy, fitness, and fundamental motor skills.
• Differential instruction to meet diverse learning needs, fitness levels, and abilities.
• Incorporate inclusive PE practices such as clear routines, visual supports, explicit modeling, scaffolding, and UDL-aligned lesson design.
• Promote a safe, structured, and encouraging learning environment emphasizing teamwork, effort, and respect.

• Collaborate with special education teachers, related service providers, and general education staff to ensure accessible PE experiences for all students.
• Communicate frequently with families to support student progress and wellness habits.
• Work with school counselors, nurses, and student support teams to promote whole-child well-being.

• Use rubrics, performance benchmarks, and skills assessments to monitor growth.
• Adjust instruction based on data to provide targeted support or enrichment.
• Maintain accurate student records in accordance with district expectations.

• Build student confidence, resilience, and personal responsibility regarding physical activity.
• Reinforce character skills such as cooperation, sportsmanship, perseverance, and self-advocacy.
• Encourage students to explore a wide range of physical activities that support lifelong wellness.

• Valid Connecticut certification in Physical Education (044 or equivalent) & 043 Health, PK–12.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support a variety of skill levels.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered wellness education.

• Experience working with middle school learners.
• Familiarity with adapted/inclusive PE methods.
• Ability to integrate fitness technology and activity tracking.
• Experience incorporating social-emotional…