Job Description

Job Description

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Health and Physical Education Teacher

In a New Jersey Health and Physical Education teacher role, you'd plan and deliver engaging instruction, focusing on promoting physical fitness, health-related concepts, and life skills, while also ensuring a safe and positive learning environment. Drivers Education and Swimming Teaching Certifications are a plus!

Here's a more detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities and expectations:

Instruction and Curriculum:

Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans:

Align with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards for health and physical education, covering areas like health promotion, disease prevention, and movement skills.

Teach a variety of physical activities and sports:

Provide instruction in physical fitness, rhythm and dance, coordination and agility, exercise, and sports.

Promote healthy behaviors and lifestyles:

Educate students on the importance of physical activity, nutrition, and healthy choices.

Differentiate instruction:

Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of all students, including those with special needs.

Create a safe and inclusive learning environment:

Ensure that the physical education environment is safe, positive, and conducive to learning.

Assess student progress:

Conduct ongoing assessments to evaluate student learning and provide feedback.

Modify instruction:

Adjust teaching methods based on student needs and progress.

Student Development:

Foster leadership, teamwork, and social skills:

Encourage students to develop positive social skills, teamwork, and leadership qualities through physical activities.

Promote student responsibility and accountability:

Instill a sense of responsibility and accountability in students for their own learning and behavior.

Support student well-being:

Provide a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel safe and valued.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate records: Keep accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress.
• Communicate with parents and guardians: Keep parents informed about their child's progress and any concerns.
• Participate in professional development: Stay up-to-date on current best practices in health and physical education through professional development activities.
• Collaborate with other educators: Work with other teachers, counselors, and administrators to support student success.
• Assist in coordinating extracurricular activities: Help coordinate and supervise school events, such as athletic events and performances.
• Adhere to district policies and procedures: Follow all district policies and procedures related to instruction, assessment, and student management.

Alternate Route Information:

Testing Requirements:

Certification Requirements from NJDOE:

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