LMS Physical Education Teacher .2 FTE

Nine Mile Falls School District

Posting # 57-26/27

Job Title: LMS Physical Education Teacher .2 FTE Internal Only

Assignment Type: Continuing

First File Review: Sept 2, 2026.

Closed: Open Until Filled

Movement, Confidence, and Healthy Habits That Last

Middle school students are learning what their bodies can do, how to work with others, and whether physical activity feels like a place where they belong. A strong Health and Physical Education classroom gives students a safe place to move, take appropriate risks, build skills, and experience progress without needing to be the fastest or most athletic student in the room.

At Lakeside Middle School, this .2 FTE assignment supports students through purposeful instruction in movement, fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, personal responsibility, and lifelong wellness. The district is seeking an educator who can create an active, structured, and inclusive learning environment where students are known, encouraged, and held to clear expectations.

This internal opportunity is well suited for a certificated educator who values collaboration and can integrate this assignment with an existing district role or schedule. The teacher will work alongside LMS staff to provide consistent instruction, monitor student growth, and help students build confidence and healthy habits that extend beyond the gym.

Terms of Employment and Salary

As outlined by and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) of Nine Mile Falls Education Association (NMEA) and the Policies and Procedures of Nine Mile Falls School District. CBAs and Salary Schedules can be reviewed from the For Employees page of the Nine Mile Falls School District website at 9mile.org. Nine Mile Falls policies and Procedures can be accessed online at 9mile.org under the Our District page.

The annual base salary range for this position is $55,870-$107,239. Salary placement is outlined in the Nine Mile Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement and is based on education, including degree and eligible credits/clock hours, and verified experience. Salary will be prorated based on FTE and assignment.

Each employee shall accumulate twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. An employee employed for less than a full term shall be entitled to a prorated part of the sick leave allowance. Each employee shall earn three (3) annual leave days per year. Employees with less than 1.0 FTE will receive a prorated share of annual leave based on their FTE.

Employees anticipated to work more than 630 hours per year will be eligible for benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability. Positions anticipated to work 70 hours or more per month for at least 5 months over the school year are eligible for retirement through the State Department of Retirement Services.

Work Location: Lakeside Middle School

Nature and Scope of Job:

Teach middle school Health and Physical Education courses aligned to Washington State Learning Standards, district curriculum, student needs, and the assigned schedule. Plan and deliver safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate instruction that supports physical literacy, fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, personal responsibility, and lifelong wellness.

Position Reports To: Heather Gamboa, Principal

Classification: Certificated Teacher

Work Day: 2026/2027 School Year Contracted Days

Primary Job Functions

• Plan and deliver effective Health and Physical Education instruction for middle school students.
• Develop lessons, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with Washington State Learning Standards, district curriculum, and identified learning targets.
• Teach movement skills, physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, personal responsibility, safety, and healthy decision-making appropriate to the assigned course.
• Create an active, structured, respectful, and inclusive learning environment that supports participation by students with varied abilities, backgrounds, and needs.
• Differentiate and adapt instruction, activities, equipment, and assessment methods as appropriate to support student access and progress.
• Establish and consistently reinforce safe routines for student movement, equipment use, transitions, locker-room or changing procedures when assigned, and emergency response.
• Inspect, organize, and properly use instructional equipment and promptly communicate safety or maintenance concerns.
• Monitor student learning and participation; maintain accurate attendance, grading, and student records; and communicate progress in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with colleagues, special programs, support staff, families, and administration to meet student needs.
• Participate in required meetings, professional development, school improvement efforts, and district initiatives applicable to the assignment.
• Supervise students appropriately in instructional spaces and other assigned supervisory settings.
• Follow district policies, procedures, safety requirements, and the Washington State Code of Professional Conduct.
• Perform other duties reasonably related to the teaching assignment and supervision of students as assigned by the building principal or district administration.

Contract Term: Continuing: X Replacement: Supplemental:

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate with a Health/Fitness endorsement, or another endorsement and assignment authorization permitted under Washington law and district requirements.
• Current district employee eligible for the internal assignment.
• Successful completion of required Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI background clearance.
• Ability to plan and deliver safe, standards-aligned instruction for middle school students.
• Ability to support a respectful, inclusive, and productive learning environment during active instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and administration.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance, consistent presence at the assigned work site, and assigned work hours.
• Ability to comply with district policies, procedures, applicable state and federal requirements, and the Washington State Code of Professional Conduct.
• Ability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching Health and Physical Education at the middle school level.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate physical education, fitness, wellness, and student safety practices.
• Experience adapting instruction for students with varying physical, academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• Demonstrated ability to establish clear routines and maintain positive classroom and activity-area management.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain it if required for the assignment.
• Experience collaborating in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) or other team-based instructional settings.
• Ability to build positive relationships and encourage participation, confidence, teamwork, and responsible decision-making.

Environmental and Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a middle school environment that may include a gymnasium, fitness or activity areas, classrooms, locker-room areas, outdoor fields, and other locations on the school campus. The environment may involve moderate to high noise, frequent movement, changing temperatures, outdoor weather conditions, and exposure to communicable illnesses.

The position requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, demonstrate or supervise physical activities, move throughout instructional spaces, and actively supervise students for extended periods. Frequent use of hands, arms, voice, whistle or other signaling devices, and computer technology may be required. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person and in writing.

The position may require lifting, carrying, setting up, or moving instructional materials and physical education equipment typically weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation may be provided consistent with the ADA and applicable law.

APPLICATION STEPS

Please complete all steps in the RedRover application process so that we may fully consider you. We are seeking the best applicant for this position and will give time and care to review your materials.

If an offer of employment is made, new employees must complete a background check for criminal history, including a fingerprint check by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of the criminal history background check and approval by the Nine Mile Falls School District Board of Directors.

For questions, please contact:

Kyle Stussi, SHRM-CP

Human Resources Specialist

kstussi@9mile.org

(509)340-4302

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The Nine Mile Falls School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Jeff Baerwald

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

JBaerwald@9mile.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Michelle Mace

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

mmace@9mile.org