RMS Health and Physical Education Teacher

RMS Health and Physical Education Teacher

Job : 5519274

Final date to receive applications: Jul 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 23, 2026

Welcome, and thank you for considering joining the Rome City Schools family! We are thrilled that you are exploring the opportunity to be a part of our community, where we are committed to the philosophy of “TEACH ROME for a Better YOU.” At Rome City Schools, we believe teaching is not just a profession—it’s a pathway to personal and professional growth.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Feel Inspired
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  Empower students and make a lasting impact.
• Work with Purpose
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  Collaborate with dedicated educators and leaders.
• Move Forward
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  Advance your skills with innovative professional development.
• Eat Well
  :
  Enjoy our vibrant community with diverse local dining options.
• Sleep Peacefully
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  Experience a safe and welcoming environment to call home.
• Play Often
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  Explore the culture, parks, and recreation opportunities unique to Rome.
• Grow Together
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  Thrive in a supportive environment that values your success.

By choosing Rome City Schools, you are choosing a district that is invested in your well‑being and growth as an educator.

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. Provides instruction that is appropriate to the standards of the courses being taught. Exhibits professionalism in all job-related situations; follows professional ethics in all work-related activities; presents a personal appearance that enhances the image of the school. Assumes a fair share of outside-the-classroom school responsibilities. Adheres to local school procedures and regulations in a supportive manner;

demonstrates loyalty to the school and its leadership; avoids behavior that detracts from staff morale; works cooperatively with colleagues and the community; helps maintain a positive, cooperative climate. Promotes a positive school environment that enhances student learning. Maintains plans according to policies and/or directives. Promotes the responsible use of materials and equipment. Submits accurate paperwork on schedule. Maintains required work schedules in a punctual manner;

demonstrates responsible attendance and use of leave. Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent. Accounts for student attendance and punctuality. Follows all district, state, and federal policies and procedures. Directs the conduct of students in accordance with policies at all times. Takes all reasonable measures to protect students’ health and safety. Seeks to improve through professional development and evaluation activities.

Maintains prompt and professional communication with all stakeholders. Participates in system athletic meetings as needed. Is a liaison between all varsity coaches and system athletic directors. Distributes athletic information as needed to include tryouts, practice schedules, cancellations, ticket sales, varsity coach visits, etc. Handles athletic physicals: communicates dates, assists with paperwork distribution and collection, and assists with an actual trip to take athletes for physicals.

For middle school athletes: assists with the organization of participating students, afternoon transportation supervision, and communication with coaches on attendance. Communicates with coaches and system directors on potential athletes. Collaborates with coaches and system directors to develop programs and activities to develop athletic programs in RCS. Develops intramural athletic opportunities at the elementary level. Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor Degree Certification/License
• Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate or meet eligibility requirements for a Georgia Induction Certificate.
• Acceptable criminal background check.
• Ability to perform routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Professional written and oral communication skills.
• Board of Education and Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Full‑Time

$50,000 to $85,000 Per Year

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Buffi Murphy
• 508 East 2nd Street
• Rome, Georgia
• Phone:
• Email: bmurphye.ga.us