Physical Education & Health Teacher
About The Position
The IDEAL School of Manhattan is seeking a motivated, responsible, and inspirational Physical Education and Health Teacher for a full-time position, starting August 2026. Physical education and wellness are foundational to IDEAL’s holistic philosophy. All IDEAL teachers are charged with inspiring students within an inclusive, nurturing learning community. IDEAL educators know their students as both learners and individuals, setting a high bar for excellence, fostering joy in the classroom, and empowering every student to reach their personal goals. The Physical Education and Health Teacher will lead inclusive Physical Education and Health classes across divisions. All IDEAL classes include typically developing students and students with disabilities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to differentiation, adapt instruction skillfully, and implement modifications that ensure accessibility and growth for all learners.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Health, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of experience teaching Physical Education and/or Health.
- Demonstrated experience adapting methods, equipment, and curriculum to meet diverse student needs
- Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary teaching team.
- Proven knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Proven ability to adapt teaching methods, equipment, and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a teaching team
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Physical Education, Adaptive Physical Education, Health Education, or Special Education.
- Experience in an inclusive independent school or integrated setting.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Physical Education (K–12) and Health curriculum designed to improve fitness, motor skills, sportsmanship, and lifelong wellness habits
- Facilitate an age-appropriate, inclusive Health curriculum covering topics such as personal wellness, nutrition, mental and emotional health, social-emotional learning, and body awareness, adapted for varied cognitive and developmental levels
- Modify activities, equipment, and materials to ensure physical and developmental accessibility for all students, honoring diverse learning styles and abilities
- Establish and maintain safe, orderly, and encouraging learning environments grounded in positive feedback, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Partner closely with physical education colleagues, coaches, therapists, and classroom teachers to support student success and communicate program needs
- Nurture the teamwork and individual skills of all students by ensuring ample opportunities to demonstrate mastery of targeted goals
- In partnership with colleagues in the department, communicate program needs to the Division Head and members of the administrative team, as appropriate
- Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, therapists, counselors, and administrators to ensure physical fitness goals are being met
Benefits
- Paid time off
- comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- flexible spending program
- health reimbursement account
- commuter benefits program
- income protection via short and long-term disability benefits
- paid family leave
- employer provided lunch options
- professional development opportunities
- 403(b) plan with employer contribution (waiting period applies)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
