Certified Physical Education Teacher

The Wyoming Boys School is seeking a Physical Education Teacher to inspire and educate youth ages 1221 in a structured supportive learning environment. More than teaching sports or fitness youll help students develop healthy habits build confidence strengthen teamwork and gain lifelong skills that contribute to their overall success. Youll create engaging lessons aligned with Wyoming Content and Performance Standards while working alongside educators counselors and treatment staff to support each students academic physical and personal growth. Every day provides an opportunity to encourage resilience celebrate progress and positively influence young people as they prepare for a brighter future. If youre passionate about education enjoy building meaningful relationships and want your work to have a lasting impact we encourage you to apply.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

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Human Resource Contact: Judie Petersen or

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Plan develop and deliver engaging Physical Education and Health instruction aligned with Wyoming Content and Performance Standards.
• Assess student learning monitor progress and adapt instruction to meet individual educational and developmental needs.
• Create a safe structured and positive learning environment that promotes participation accountability and healthy lifestyles.
• Collaborate with teachers counselors treatment staff and security personnel to support student success and consistent behavioral expectations.
• Maintain accurate student records assessments and required educational documentation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to educational treatment and facility-wide initiatives.
• Support students with diverse learning needs by implementing appropriate instructional strategies and accommodations.
• Model positive behavior teamwork sportsmanship and healthy decision-making.
• Assist with resident transportation and occasional dormitory support duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable educational standards facility policies and state and federal regulations.

PREFERENCES:


Fully accredited by Cognia the Wyoming Boys School maintains high standards of educational excellence and institutional quality. Qualified candidates must be Wyoming-certified or willing to obtain Wyoming certification and hold a valid Teaching Certificate with endorsements in K12 Physical Education and K12 Health.

• Knowledge of instructional planning that supports student engagement and lifelong healthy habits.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management and strategies for teaching students with diverse learning needs.
• Knowledge of Physical Education and Health curriculum development instruction and assessment.
• Knowledge of health fitness movement sports and wellness concepts.
• Knowledge of student assessment practices used to monitor progress and improve learning outcomes.
• Proficiency with educational technology and computer applications used for instruction and recordkeeping.
• Knowledge of safety procedures risk management and best practices for physical education activities.
• Knowledge of emergency response procedures and institutional safety practices.
• Strong communication collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team while maintaining professionalism and positive student relationships.

• The anticipated hiring date for this position is November 2026.
• FLSA: Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check including the taking of fingerprints which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation the Department of Family Services and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.