Physical EducationHealth Teacher

High School Health/Physical Education Teacher

Position Overview:
Monroe Public Schools is seeking a dynamic and student-centered High School Health/Physical Education Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will inspire students to develop lifelong habits of physical fitness wellness and healthy decision-making through engaging instruction positive relationships and a commitment to student success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with the appropriate and required endorsements for Health and Physical Education.
• Must meet Highly Qualified requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and successfully with parents/guardians to support student growth and achievement.
• A willingness to commit to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to design and deliver engaging standards-based instruction in both Health and Physical Education.
• Knowledge of current best practices in physical fitness health education and student wellness.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to create a safe inclusive and positive learning environment that encourages student participation and personal growth.
• Experience utilizing a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Ability to motivate students to develop healthy lifestyles physical fitness goals and positive decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with students families colleagues and administrators.
• Experience integrating technology into instruction and assessment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement effective Health and Physical Education lessons aligned with Michigan Academic Standards.
• Assess and monitor student progress providing timely feedback and support.
• Promote physical fitness personal wellness and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Foster positive relationships with students while maintaining high expectations for behavior and achievement.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance grades and student performance.
• Collaborate with colleagues counselors administrators and families to support student success.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities staff meetings and district initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

BENEFITS:

• Choice of 20 or 24 pay periods with direct deposit.
• Tuition/course reimbursement (up to $400 per approved course).
• Comprehensive insurance package (medical dental vision life optional benefits).
• Paid sick days and business days provided annually.
• Professional development support ï½ fees lodging and travel covered for approved training/conferences.
• Extra pay for class size overloads or split grade assignments.
• Special education support with additional assistance/stipends when needed.
• Strong protections and due process rights for teachers.
• Monroe Public Schools is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Teacher Loan Forgiveness Programs. Learn more at: Teacher Master Agreement

  APPLICATION PROCEDURE

  • Applications are accepted until a position is filled.

  • Only applicants who supply the requested documents outlined below and fully complete the application will be considered.

  • Faxed mailed and emailed applications will not be accepted.

  External Applicants:Must complete an online application at . Click on Employment Opportunities and Applitrack and follow the instructions to apply for this position. Supporting documents (resume transcripts and applicable certifications/license) are required and must be uploaded with the application.

  Internal Applicants:Must complete an online application at . Click on Employment Opportunities and Applitrack and follow the instructions to apply for this position. Supporting documents are required and must be uploaded with the application.

  Notice of Nondiscrimination

  It is the policy of Monroe Public Schools not to discriminate based on religion race color national origin disability age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression height weight familial status or marital status in its programs activities or employment. For information contact the Office of the Superintendent of Schools at 1275 N. Macomb St. Monroe MI 48162 .
  The Monroe Public School District is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Michigan Civil Rights Act and Title IX Guidelines.