Physical Education and Health & Wellness Teacher

Physical Education and Health & Wellness Teacher – Part‑Time

Location: Lititz, Pennsylvania
Type: Part Time
Posted: 21‑May‑26

Linden Hall School for Girls, a historic independent boarding and day school for girls, invites a compassionate and dynamic educator to join the faculty. The role focuses on nurturing the holistic development of Middle and Upper School students, ensuring physical, mental, and social wellbeing are central to their experience.

Linden Hall is seeking a part‑time Physical Education and Health & Wellness Teacher. The ideal candidate sees movement as essential to the adolescent experience and understands health education as a pathway to self‑awareness, resilience, and balanced living.

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Health Education, or a related field required;
  Master’s degree preferred
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Prior teaching experience in Physical Education and Health Education required
• Experience coaching adolescents in a school setting, camp, or youth development program preferred
• Strong understanding of adolescent development, with particular attention to the needs of middle and/or high school students
• Commitment to fostering and sustaining a safe, equitable, and inclusive learning environment for all students

• Teach Physical Education and Health & Wellness classes in alignment with the school's curriculum, incorporating a variety of sports, fitness activities, movement skills, and wellness concepts
• Develop, plan, and implement age‑appropriate and engaging lesson plans that meet the diverse needs, abilities, and fitness levels of students
• Promote lifelong wellness by educating students on the benefits of physical activity, healthy lifestyle choices, and injury‑prevention strategies
• Provide strength and conditioning support and coaching for athletic teams
• Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback to support individual growth and development
• Establish and maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment, ensuring proper use of equipment and adherence to safety protocols
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to support interdisciplinary learning and reinforce health and wellness concepts throughout the curriculum
• Communicate effectively with students and parents/guardians regarding progress, participation, behavior, and overall development
• Participate in school wide and community events, including athletic competitions, Spirit Week competitions, open houses, and parent‑teacher conferences
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance instructional practice and remain current in best practices in physical education and health education

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of required background checks and clearances, including criminal background check, child‑abuse clearance, FBI fingerprinting, and any other relevant certifications or screenings as required by the position. All clearances must be obtained and approved prior to the start date.

• PA Child Abuse (Act 153)
• PA State Police (Act 34)
• FBI Fingerprint (Act 114)

Candidates selected for this position must complete all mandatory pre‑employment training prior to their start date. This may include onboarding orientation, safety and compliance training, and any role‑specific certifications or modules required by the department or organization.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Chris Fultz at cfultz with “Physical Education and Health & Wellness Teacher” in the subject line.

Linden Hall is deeply committed to diversity and an inclusive curriculum and community. We actively encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, and beliefs.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Part‑Time Physical Education and Health & Wellness Teacher will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Head of School or another appropriate administrator. Linden Hall reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time.