MS PE TEACHER

Job Details

Job Location:

Maclay School – Tallahassee, FL 32312

Middle School Physical Education Teacher & Coach

Full Time, 10 Months

Start Date:

August 2026

• Design and lead engaging physical education classes that promote fitness, skill development, teamwork, and lifelong wellness.
• Teach fundamental movement skills and introduce sport‑specific skills and strategies in developmentally appropriate ways.
• Model and reinforce safety practices, sportsmanship, and responsible participation.
• Foster a positive, inclusive class environment that supports students of varying abilities and confidence levels.
• Differentiate instruction and adapt activities to meet diverse student needs.
• Assess student growth through participation, skill development, and effort.
• Maintain a safe, organized environment, including appropriate use and care of equipment and facilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support a cohesive and developmentally aligned PE program.
• Maintain appropriate records, including student progress and program materials.
• Coach at least one athletic season, supporting student‑athletes’ development, teamwork, and character.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Engage fully in the life of the school, including advising, student activities, meetings, and professional learning.

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or a related field required.
• Prior teaching and/or coaching experience with middle or upper school students preferred.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and physical literacy.
• Ability to create structured, engaging, and inclusive learning environments.
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction for a range of learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to student‑centered teaching and ongoing professional growth.
• Willingness to contribute to the school community through coaching and student engagement.

This role requires regular movement between classrooms and buildings, active engagement in classroom instruction, and the ability to navigate indoor and outdoor school environments. The position also requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, communicate clearly, operate standard classroom technology, and occasionally lift materials up to 20–30 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Maclay School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, or actual or perceived gender identity, consistent with the nondiscrimination standards outlined in our employee benefit and policy documents.