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Job Location:
Enfield, NH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Physical Education Teacher Middle School
Department: Physical Education & Wellness
Position Type: Full-Time Certified Teacher
Reports To: Building Administration & Director of Arts
Enfield Board of Education Mission Statement
We believe public education is an essential component of a free and democratic a partnership of family school community and local and state government our mission is to enable all students to meet high standards make productive choices in their personal lives contribute to a diverse global society and act as responsible citizens.
To accomplish this Enfield Public Schools seeks the necessary resources to:
- Provide a safe nurturing and academically challenging learning environment.
- Provide students and staff with opportunities to reach their full potential.
- Prepare students to become productive lifelong learners.
- Instill curiosity and a love for learning that embraces the arts and the world around them.
- Prepare students to become self-reliant honest respectful and responsible members of a diverse global society.
- Improve student learning by holding staff accountable for using the most effective learning environment and teaching strategies.
Position Overview
Enfield Public Schools seeks an enthusiastic and student-centered Physical Education Teacher to support middle school learners in developing lifelong fitness habits essential motor skills and personal wellness. This educator will foster a positive and inclusive environment where all studentsregardless of ability or learning profilecan access high-quality PE instruction. The role emphasizes building physical social and self-management skills that help students succeed in schoolwide programming and daily life.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Practice & Learning Support
- Deliver engaging developmentally appropriate PE lessons aligned to district curriculum and national standards.
- Use evidence-based strategies to strengthen physical literacy fitness and fundamental motor skills.
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs fitness levels and abilities.
- Incorporate inclusive PE practices such as clear routines visual supports explicit modeling scaffolding and UDL-aligned lesson design.
- Promote a safe structured and encouraging learning environment emphasizing teamwork effort and respect.
Collaboration & Communication
- Collaborate with special education teachers related service providers and general education staff to ensure accessible PE experiences for all students.
- Communicate frequently with families to support student progress and wellness habits.
- Work with school counselors nurses and student support teams to promote whole-child well-being.
Assessment & Data Use
- Use rubrics performance benchmarks and skills assessments to monitor growth.
- Adjust instruction based on data to provide targeted support or enrichment.
- Maintain accurate student records in accordance with district expectations.
Student Development & Wellness Promotion
- Build student confidence resilience and personal responsibility regarding physical activity.
- Reinforce character skills such as cooperation sportsmanship perseverance and self-advocacy.
- Encourage students to explore a wide range of physical activities that support lifelong wellness.
Qualifications
- Valid Connecticut certification in Physical Education (044 or equivalent) & 043 Health PK12.
- Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.
- Ability to differentiate instruction and support a variety of skill levels.
- Excellent communication collaboration and organizational skills.
- Commitment to inclusive student-centered wellness education.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with middle school learners.
- Familiarity with adapted/inclusive PE methods.
- Ability to integrate fitness technology and activity tracking.
- Experience incorporating social-emotional learning into PE instruction.
Work Environment
This role is part of a highly collaborative middle school team committed to fostering belonging academic and personal growth and holistic wellness. The educator will participate in ongoing professional learning contribute to schoolwide initiatives and uphold Enfield Public Schools mission and values.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit:
- A cover letter
- Resume
- Three current letters of professional reference
- Proof of valid CT certification
- Transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Sports Coaching
- Physical Education
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Physiology Knowledge
- Special Education
- Special Needs
- Teaching
- Cordova
