Anticipated Interim Replacement - Physical Education Teacher(Grades 4 - 5)

Anticipated Interim Replacement - Physical Education Teacher(Grades 4 - 5) JobID: 1049

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education

Date Posted:

5/5/2026

Location:

Lounsberry Hollow School

Date Available:

09/01/2026

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ANTICIPATED INTERIM REPLACEMENT PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER (GRADES 4 - 5)

REPORTS TO: Principal/Athletic Director

(9/1/2026 - 1/4/2027)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate and Subject Area Endorsement or eligibility
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject specialty and effective teaching methods
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Digital fluency is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
• As defined in N.J.A.C. 6A:9-9 Instructional certificates

SUPERVISES:

Students, and when assigned, student teachers, and classroom aides

JOB GOAL:

To provide an approved physical education program and establish a class environment that fosters learning and personal growth; to help pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education; and to maintain good relationships with parents and other staff members.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms, dance, and individual, dual, or team sports, utilizing curriculum designated by Vernon Township School District and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of Vernon Township School District
• Works cooperatively with other physical education/health teachers in planning and implementing a balanced physical education and health program.
• Analyzes, demonstrates and explains basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement.
• Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the division's basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course and NJ standards; provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas.
• Provides appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of students.
• Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records, including attendance reports, checklists, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary.
• Maintains control of storage and use of school property.
• Evaluates each student's growth in physical skills, knowledge, and contribution in team sports.
• Communicates with parents, teachers, and school counselors on student progress.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Participates in curriculum development activities, faculty meetings and school-level planning.
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
• Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year to be determined as mutually agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary Range: $150 per day for the first 19 days, followed by a per diem rate of $286.65 to $344.95 per day from day 20 onwards, commensurate with experience and qualifications.