PE​/Health Teacher - Anticipated SY

PE / Health Teacher - Anticipated 26-27 SY

Westerly Public Schools (RI) District - Westerly, Rhode Island

Job : 5714032

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Title:

PE/Health Teacher

Location:

District - Elementary

Class

Title:

Regular - Non Exempt - WTA

Effective Date: 08/03/2026

Salary Range: $51,181.58 - $95,726.51

FTE: .08

General Statement: Support the educational process by creating an engaging and developmentally appropriate environment that promotes an understanding of healthy body function, physical activity, and wellness. Inspire elementary students to participate in movement and exercise by fostering enthusiasm, building confidence, and making activities fun and accessible. Establish clear routines and positive expectations that encourage cooperation, respect, and active participation while supporting each student’s growth and success.

• Develop curriculum expectation tables based on state and local standards and physical education best practices from professional organizations like SHAPE America.
• Plan and deliver lessons consistent with the district's physical education curriculum.
• Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas.
• Work with students individually when necessary to assess fitness and health progress, improve performance levels, and achieve overall physical education success.
• Provide appropriate safety instruction and make safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of students.
• Evaluate and monitor students’ academic progress as well as their social development.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents and guardians to support student success.
• Work with colleagues and department heads to coordinate curriculum goals.
• Grade students on participation, best effort, and knowledge of the curriculum.
• Stay current with state and local standards for physical education curriculum, fitness, and nutrition expectations.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

• Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Education: Bachelor degree required.
• Certification & Licensing: Appropriate RIDE Certification required in the subject area teaching.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to actively participate in and demonstrate a variety of physical activities, including sports, fitness exercises, and movement skills.
  • Ability to work both indoors (gymnasium) and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Visual and auditory ability to monitor student safety and engagement in a dynamic environment.

Full-Time

$51,181.60 to $95,726.50 Per Year

• Human Resources
• 23 Highland Avenue
• Westerly, Rhode Island 02891
• Phone:
• Email: HR.ri.us