High School PE & Health Teacher

Position Overview

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK‑12 students across 25 school buildings in the diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. Dedicated to providing an excellent education in a safe and nurturing environment, the district offers a wide variety of innovative educational options for families and staff.

• Deliver world‑class physical education and health instruction focused on the teacher’s specialty.
• Create inclusive, nurturing classrooms where students can be themselves and collaborate toward common learning goals.
• Collaborate with other teachers, parents, and students to provide the best educational experience.
• Use data to guide and differentiate instruction effectively.
• Participate in professional development and incorporate feedback from school leaders, colleagues, and students.
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the district’s mission.

• Bachelor’s degree in education or physical movement (e.g., kinesiology).
• Previous experience working with children.
• Alignment with the district’s mission and values.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a specialty endorsement (e.g., MX, MA, MB, MC, MD, MH).
• Previous teaching experience in an urban setting.
• Training in CRPBIS and other related instructional methodologies.
• Demonstrated passion for and expertise in physical education and health.
• Proficiency in using data to guide instruction and differentiate learning.

• Move throughout building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces.
• Frequent verbal communication for instruction, meetings, and collaboration.
• Stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties.
• Bend, reach, or sit on the floor to interact with students as needed.
• Use computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication.
• Lift or carry instructional materials and supplies up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

This job description outlines the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. The district reserves the right to modify responsibilities as needed, and additional duties may be assigned based on funding sources.