Middle School Physical Education and Health Teacher

Middle School Physical Education and Health Teacher

Position Title

Middle School Physical Education and Health Teacher

Reports To

Middle School Principal

Employment Type

Certified Teacher (School Year)

Position Summary

The Middle School Physical Education and Health Teacher is responsible for providing engaging, standards-based instruction that promotes physical fitness, healthy lifestyles, personal wellness, and lifelong physical activity. The teacher creates a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment while helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to make healthy decisions and maintain physical well-being.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction

• Plan and deliver standards-based physical education and health instruction aligned with Indiana Academic Standards.
• Develop lessons that promote physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, personal responsibility, and healthy decision-making.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Incorporate a variety of individual and team activities that encourage lifelong fitness.
• Teach health concepts including:
• Nutrition
• Mental and emotional wellness
• Personal hygiene
• Human growth and development
• Substance abuse prevention
• Safety and injury prevention
• Disease prevention
• Healthy relationships
• Utilize technology and instructional resources to enhance student learning.

Student Learning

• Assess student progress using a variety of formative and summative assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Provide timely feedback to students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Use assessment data to improve instruction and student outcomes.

Classroom Management

• Establish clear expectations for student behavior.
• Maintain a safe and organized learning environment in the gymnasium, classroom, fitness room, locker rooms, and outdoor facilities.
• Enforce school and district policies consistently.
• Promote respect, teamwork, leadership, and positive sportsmanship.

Safety

• Ensure all equipment and facilities are used safely.
• Teach proper techniques for physical activities and exercise.
• Supervise students at all times during instructional activities.
• Report unsafe conditions or damaged equipment promptly.
• Maintain current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications as required by the district.

Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, counselors, nurses, and parents to support student success.
• Participate in grade-level, department, and school improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress and wellness initiatives.

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend faculty meetings, professional development, and required trainings.
• Maintain professional licensure and certifications.
• Stay current with best practices in physical education, health education, and student wellness.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

Additional Responsibilities

• Supervise students during assigned duties.
• Assist with school events and activities as assigned.
• Support extracurricular activities when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid Indiana Teaching License.
• Appropriate licensure in Physical Education and/or Health.
• Knowledge of Indiana Academic Standards for Physical Education and Health.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification.
• Experience teaching middle school students.
• Experience integrating technology into instruction.
• Coaching or extracurricular experience is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of adolescent growth and development.
• Ability to motivate students with varying interests and abilities.
• Strong instructional planning and assessment skills.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and positive classroom culture.
• Effective conflict resolution and behavior management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional learning community.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Demonstrate physical activities and exercises.
• Lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to supervise active students during physical activities.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 184 days

Salary established by Master Contractual Agreement.

Work year established by the Board