Physical Education Teacher

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education

Date Posted: 2/27/2025

Location: iLearn Schools

Date Available: 08/11/2025

Position Title: Physical Education Teacher (Elementary)

Compensation: Base $64,500, Tested Subject $2,000, Experience $200 per year, Advanced Degree‑Masters $3,000;
PhD $5,000. Comprehensive Benefits:
Health (Medical, Vision, Dental), Short Term Disability, AAE, & Pension

Under the general supervision of the School Director, 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.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• New Jersey Standard Teaching Certification (CE, CEAS) with subject matter specialization:
  Health & Physical Education
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of grade‑specific school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding education and students, as well as relating to health education.
• Understand the requirement to maintain confidentiality concerning charter school related matters.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work; parents, students and faculty etc.

• Required to complete a criminal history background check to prove that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with N.J.S.A 18A:6-7.1.
• Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:32‑6.2.
• Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6A:32‑6.3.

Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the CEO finds appropriate and acceptable.

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials.
• Requires the ability to work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Occasionally requires stooping, bending, or reaching.
• Requires some traveling.
• Occasionally requires work outdoors dealing with school activities.

• 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.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in physical educational activities, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
• 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.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Assists in coordinating extra‑curricular activities, including student performances, assemblies, and athletic events.
• Encourages parental involvement in students'…