P.E. Instructor

NHPS Summer School Physical Education Teacher (Grades K�4)

REPORTS TO: 

Building Leader

Position Overview

The Physical Education (PE) Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing standards-based physical education instruction for students in grades K�4. The PE teacher promotes lifelong fitness, physical literacy, teamwork, and healthy lifestyle habits while ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all students.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate PE lessons aligned with state and national standards (e.g., SHAPE America).
• Teach fundamental motor skills, movement patterns, fitness concepts, and sport-related skills across grade levels.
• Integrate health, wellness, nutrition, and social-emotional learning into instruction.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the diverse physical, cognitive, and social needs of K�8 students.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, technology, and equipment to maximize engagement.

Classroom & Behavior Management

• Maintain a safe, well-supervised learning environment during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Teach and model sportsmanship, teamwork, responsibility, and respectful behavior.
• Implement consistent routines, expectations, and positive behavior supports.
• Adapt activities for students with disabilities or medical needs, ensuring inclusive participation.

Assessment & Data

• Assess student progress through skills testing, fitness assessments, observation, and performance tasks.
• Document growth toward learning objectives and communicate progress with students, parents/guardians, and school leaders.
• Use data to adjust instruction and support student improvement.

Safety & Equipment Management

• Ensure proper setup, use, and storage of PE equipment.
• Inspect facilities and equipment regularly to maintain safety standards.
• Follow district protocols regarding injury prevention, emergency response, and student health concerns.

Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers, school counselors, nurses, and administrators to support student well-being.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding curriculum, expectations, and student progress.
• Participate in professional development, department meetings, and school-wide initiatives.
• Uphold district policies, state certification requirements, and ethical teaching standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Health Education, or related field.
• Valid state teaching certification for Physical Education (K�8).
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (required or ability to obtain).
• Experience working with children or adolescents in educational or athletic settings.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Ability to motivate students and promote a positive attitude toward fitness and physical activity.
• Experience coaching or leading extracurricular sports programs.
• Knowledge of adaptive physical education strategies.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Creativity in designing engaging, student-centered lessons.

Compensation:

Certified Teachers $35.00/hour

Non-certified Instructors $17.50/hour

*For more information, contact Jennifer Kaye: [email protected]