Physical Education Teacher

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Physical Education Teacher

Posted :

September 15, 2026

Department(s) :

Faculty

Job Status :

Full Time

About Shefa

The Shefa School is a Jewish community day school in Manhattan serving students in grades K-8 who benefit from a specialized educational environment in order to develop their strengths while addressing their learning challenges. We specifically serve students with language-based learning disabilities who have not yet reached their potential levels of success in traditional classroom settings. Shefa is a pluralistic community school, serving families across the range of Jewish involvement and observance. At Shefa, we believe that differences are a source of strength and that we are all enriched by the diversity of perspectives.

About the Position

The Shefa School is seeking a Physical Education Teacher for immediate hire for the Lower School and Middle School. This is a five-day-per-week position, with the option to work a four-day schedule at prorated compensation.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the PE team in teaching physical education classes to students in both the lower and middle schools

Develop lessons and activities to teach organized cooperative games

Develop lessons for skill development to participate successfully in hobby and leisure sports

Deliver instruction using a direct instructional approach for all tasks and routines

Follow student behavioral protocols such as Responsive Classroom and the LS and MS Behavioral Intervention plans

Manage classroom routines and behavior

Build relationships with students

Represent physical education program at school wide events and celebrations such as yearly Curriculum Night and weekly Oneg

Communicate regularly with families

Collaborate with other faculty

Oversee recess and special athletic activities, such as Field Day

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a school setting and coaching or teaching athletics to students. Experience with health education and/or working with students with language-based learning disabilities are a plus. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and comfort with risk-taking and ambiguity. We seek teachers who thrive in highly collaborative environments, who are reflective and committed to growth, who have strong communication skills, and who demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Salary

$60,000 - $90,000 commensurate with experience

Send Cover Letter & Resume to

jobs@shefaschool.org

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Physical Education Teacher