Physical Education Teacher; SY Job Sebring area,Florida USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Physical Education Teacher (26/27 SY) - JOB# 4376
Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Physical Education

Date Posted:
6/1/2026

Location:
Sebring Middle

Closing Date:
06/12/2026
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE:
Secondary Physical Education Teacher

ASSIGNMENT:
Secondary Physical Education Teacher

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution as determined by the Florida Department of Education.

Certified by the State of Florida in the appropriate subject area.

Physical Requirements:

Light work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

Satisfactory clearance of a Criminal History Records check and drug screening.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Physical requirements may increase based on specific job requirements

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets physical requirements necessary to demonstrate proper use of weight equipment and cardiovascular equipment as well as effectively demonstrates/utilizes equipment with students

Supervises and assumes responsibility for student safety and well being while maintaining order and discipline

Meets physical requirements necessary to effectively demonstrate various physical education activities/movement skills (i.e., calisthenics, corrective exercises, team sports, indoor and outdoor games)

Organizes, leads, and referees games taught in class

Administers first aid and/or CPR in emergency situations as deemed necessary.

Provides locker room supervision.

Identifies or develops long- and short-term plans based on student needs which are consistent with District and State curriculum requirements

Plans and prepares lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the District mission

Plans and prepares instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences

Identifies, selects, and develops or modifies instructional materials to support learning objectives and to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs

Assists in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous improvement

Maintains a positive, organized, and safe learning environment

Establishes and utilizes appropriate and effective behavior-management techniques

Assists with enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy

Establishes and maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures, including student records subject to the requirements of the Family Rights and Privacy Act

Manages time effectively

Manages materials and assigned equipment effectively, including record keeping and other inventory requirements

Instructs and supervises the work of volunteers and aides when assigned

Develops and utilizes assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners

Interprets and utilizes data (including, but not limited to, standardized and other test results)

Establishes appropriate testing environment, and ensure test security

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of curriculum content

Applies principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery

Differentiates instruction by using a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs

Uses appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students

Uses appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students

Provides quality work for students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiences

Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process

Ensures student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification

Provides instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment where appropriate

Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse, and take appropriate…