Ms Pe Teacher

Middle School Physical Education Teacher & Coach
Full Time 10 Months

Start Date:August 2026

Maclay School seeks an energetic student-centered educator to teach Middle School Physical Education and coach at least one athletic season. The ideal candidate is both structured and relational. They believe students develop confidence resilience and lifelong habits of wellness when they are supported challenged and actively engaged in meaningful physical activity.

Who You Are

You are a teacher who sees physical education as an essential part of a students overall development. You design experiences that build physical competence teamwork perseverance and self-awareness helping students develop confidence in their abilities and a lasting appreciation for movement and wellness.

You understand the developmental needs of middle school students and create an environment that balances structure with encouragement. Your classes are active inclusive and purposeful with clear expectations and consistent routines that support both engagement and growth for all students.

You are energized by working with students both in and out of the classroom and you see coaching as a natural extension of your role as an educator. You value relationships communicate clearly and contribute positively to a collaborative school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and lead engaging physical education classes that promote fitness skill development teamwork and lifelong wellness

• Teach fundamental movement skills and introduce sport-specific skills and strategies in developmentallyappropriate ways

• Model and reinforce safety practices sportsmanship and responsible participation

• Foster a positive inclusive class environment that supports students of varying abilities and confidence levels

• Differentiate instruction and adapt activities to meet diverse student needs

• Assess student growth through participation skill development and effort

• Maintain a safe organized environment includingappropriate useand care of equipment and facilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to support a cohesive and developmentally aligned PE program

• Maintainappropriate records including student progress and program materials

• Coach at least one athletic season supporting student-athletes development teamwork and character

• Communicate effectively with students families and colleagues

• Engage fully in the life of the school including advising student activities meetings and professional learning

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Physical Educationor a related fieldrequired

• Prior teaching and/or coaching experience with middle or upper school students preferred

• Strong understanding of adolescent development and physical literacy

• Ability to create structured engaging and inclusive learning environments

• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction for a range of learners

• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills

• Commitment to student-centered teaching and ongoing professional growth

• Willingness to contribute to the school community through coaching and student engagement

Physical Requirements and ADA Statement

This role requires regular movement between classrooms and buildings active engagement in classroom instruction and the ability to navigate indoor and outdoor school environments. The position also requires the ability to sit stand walk communicate clearlyoperatestandard classroom technology and occasionally lift materials up to 2030 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Maclay School is an Equal Opportunity Employer andcomplies withall applicable federal state and local employment laws. TheSchooldoes not discriminateon the basis ofrace color national origin age disability sex or actual or perceived gender identity consistent with the nondiscrimination standards outlined in our employee benefit and policy documents.