(2026-2027) Gym Teacher (Part-Time), Mercy School for Special Learning

Diocese of Allentown•Allentown, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mercy School for Special Learning, a part of the Diocese of Allentown, is seeking a part-time Gym Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This role is responsible for developing students' understanding of the relationship between good body function and exercise, motivating them towards physical fitness, hygienic habits, and social-emotional adjustment. The teacher will also discover and develop students' talents in physical achievement and foster strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in various physical activities and sports, tailored to each student's ability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or related field.
PA Teacher certification in Health and Physical Education.
Thorough understanding of the curricular elements of Physical Education.
General knowledge of K-8 Physical Education curriculum.
Love of Physical Education, teaching, and children.
Desire to nurture and shape the lives of students.
Appreciation of the developmental and age characteristics of students.
Enthusiasm for the mission of the school.
Ability to work collaboratively with fellow faculty members.
Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH).
Clear records of Pennsylvania Child Abuse History.
Clear records of Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check (as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014).
Attendance at a Protecting God's Children class.
Mandated Reporter Training.
Must be in good physical shape to be on feet for extended periods.
Ability to walk, reach with arms and hands, climb and balance.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement PE classes for special needs students ages 4-21, exposing them to a variety of activities, games, and sports.
Emphasize activities that promote lifelong physical fitness and good sportsmanship.
Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythm, dance, and individual, dual, or team sports.
Analyze, demonstrate, and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of sports, rhythms, and body movement.
Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to student needs.
Provide appropriate safety instruction and conduct safety checks on equipment and fields.
Maintain control of school-owned property, including storage and use.
Select and requisition uniforms, equipment, and instructional aids, and maintain inventory records.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to ensure an orderly and productive environment.
Maintain professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional growth activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.