Physical & Health Education Teacher - Leave Replacement

Dwight School • New York, NY

1d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Dwight School, an innovative preschool-grade 12 coeducational school on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, is seeking an experienced and energetic Physical & Health Education teacher for the remainder of the 2026 Academic Year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical & Health Education or a related field required
• At least two (2) years of relevant, full-time Physical & Health Education teaching experience strongly preferred
• Have some experience or knowledge of IB PYP and MYP; or willing to learn about the IB curriculum
• Experience in team sports
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of team dynamic, kinesiology, and nutrition
• Past success teaching students with varying skill levels and learning styles

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Physical & Health Education or a related field strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and implement lesson or unit structures that are clear, logical, and transparent
• Create a classroom environment that is safe, orderly, and engaging
• Promote physical fitness and teach students the value of proper health and eating habits
• Demonstrate the attributes of good health and fitness
• Inspire students to lead healthy, active lives
• Collaborate with teachers from other subject areas to plan and implement interdisciplinary study
• Guide and support students as they make connections to Dwight’s applied learning philosophy
• Display a commitment to diversity and create a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging in approach to teaching and learning, as they are recognized and valued by Dwight

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level