Teacher - Physical Education - 2026 - 2027 School Year

HCPS • Harford, PA

13d

About The Position

To create a safe atmosphere conducive for learning and implements instruction in ways that allows all students to learn.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Hold or be eligible for a teaching certificate from the Maryland State Department of Education.
• Physically able to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, of the everyday responsibilities related to the curriculum, including, but not limited to, running, squatting, kneeling, demonstrating/modeling physical education activities, transporting materials and supplies, handling items weighing up to 40lbs, and the ability to climb ladders not in excess of 6 feet.
• Must be able to perform CPR and any other necessary emergency response actions (i.e. use of AED) in the event of a medical emergency.
• Hold and maintain certification as an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
• Hold and maintain Lifeguard, CPR, and First-Aid certification.
• Hold and maintain a pool operator license.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students.
• Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
• Establish and maintain procedures that provide a movement safe learning environment for students in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to, gymnasium, track, fields, weight rooms, fitness labs and swimming pools.
• Monitors and evaluates student outcomes.
• Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and the community in a positive and professional manner.
• Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices for grading and reporting.
• Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
• Attends meetings and serves on special committees.
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Reacts to change productively.
• Actively participates as a member on the school’s emergency response team.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time