Job Descrition:

Plan and deliver effective health and physical education instruction for students in grades 6-8. Create a safe, respectful, structured learning environment for all students. Teach students the knowledge and skills needed to make healthy choices related to physical activity, nutrition, mental and emotional wellness, personal safety, and overall well-being. Provide physical education experiences that promote fitness, motor skills, sportsmanship, cooperation, teamwork, and lifelong physical activity. Collaborate with grade-level, content-area, and school teams as part of a professional learning community. Communicate regularly and professionally with students, families, colleagues, and administrators. Support school-wide expectations for student behavior, attendance, academic effort, and positive school culture. Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, grades, and other required documentation. Supervise students appropriately in classrooms, gyms, locker rooms, outdoor spaces, and other instructional settings. Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, parent conferences, and other school-related responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Valid Indiana teaching license or ability to obtain appropriate licensure. Licensure or certification appropriate for middle school health and physical education instruction preferred. Strong knowledge of health education, physical education, adolescent development, and effective instructional practices. Ability to build positive relationships with middle school students. Strong classroom management, supervision, communication, organization, and collaboration skills. Ability to create safe and inclusive physical activity experiences for students with varying abilities and needs. Willingness to work as part of a team and contribute to ongoing school improvement efforts. Commitment to continuous professional growth and student success. Willingness to accept extracurricular positions.