Teacher - Physical Education/Health @ Columbia Middle School

Moses Lake School District 161•Moses Lake, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Education Teacher provides a comprehensive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate physical education program for students in grades 6-8. This position promotes physical fitness, motor skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, healthy lifestyles, and lifelong wellness habits through standards-based instruction and active participation. The Physical Education Teacher creates a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment where all students are encouraged to develop confidence, cooperation, self-discipline, and personal responsibility. The position requires the ability to differentiate instruction and activities to meet the diverse academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and physical needs of students while utilizing research-based instructional and assessment practices. The teacher collaborates with classroom teachers, specialists, administrators, families, and support staff to support student growth and overall school success. The Physical Education Teacher contributes positively to school culture through active participation in professional learning communities, school improvement efforts, wellness initiatives, and site-based decision-making processes. The Physical Education Teacher may also assist with school-wide wellness programs, field day activities, safety instruction, and the promotion of healthy and active lifestyles across the school community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, or related field
Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate
Washington State endorsement in Health and Fitness/Physical Education required
Demonstrated understanding of research-based instructional strategies and assessment practices that support effective instruction
Demonstrated ability to teach physical education to elementary students with a wide range of abilities and needs
Knowledge of age-appropriate physical education curriculum, motor skill development, movement concepts, fitness education, and health-related activities
Ability to teach and model sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, safety, and lifelong fitness habits
Demonstrated understanding of child development and effective instructional strategies for elementary learners
Knowledge of Washington State learning standards and instructional best practices
Ability to differentiate instruction and modify activities to support students with varying academic, social, emotional, behavioral, linguistic, and physical needs
Ability to establish and maintain a safe, structured, respectful, and inclusive learning environment
Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures, equipment usage, supervision practices, and injury prevention strategies
Demonstrated classroom and behavior management skills appropriate for active learning environments
Ability to integrate physical education instruction with broader academic and social-emotional learning goals
Ability to use assessment data to monitor student progress and modify instruction appropriately
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, staff, families, and community members
Demonstrated organizational skills and commitment to follow through on responsibilities and tasks
Ability to use technology and digital resources to enhance student learning and instructional effectiveness
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, administrators, counselors, specialists, paraeducators, and support staff
Demonstrated commitment to shared decision-making, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students, staff, and district information
Excellent attendance and reliability

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Bilingual skills preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned physical education and health instruction for students in grades 6-8.
Teach movement skills, physical fitness concepts, coordination, cooperation, sportsmanship, personal responsibility, and healthy lifestyle habits.
Develop lesson plans and activities aligned to district curriculum, state standards, and identified learning targets.
Utilize research-based instructional strategies and best practices in physical education.
Differentiate instruction and physical activities to meet the developmental and individual needs of students.
Structure activities and pacing appropriate to the age and ability levels of learners.
Clearly communicate expectations, procedures, safety rules, and learning targets to students.
Use questioning, modeling, guided practice, and active participation to support student engagement and learning.
Promote student confidence, inclusion, teamwork, and positive peer interactions.
Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Maintain accurate student records and assessment data as required.
Encourage student goal setting, self-assessment, and reflection related to physical activity and wellness.
Integrate technology and digital resources into instruction when appropriate.
Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, positive, and inclusive learning environment conducive to active participation and learning.
Ensure proper supervision and safe use of equipment, facilities, locker rooms, and instructional spaces.
Inspect and maintain equipment and instructional materials to ensure safety and usability.
Organize classroom, gymnasium, outdoor areas, routines, and transitions to maximize instructional time and student safety.
Monitor student behavior consistently and address concerns respectfully and effectively.
Follow district procedures related to student safety, health, emergency response, and injury reporting.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, specialists, counselors, administrators, paraeducators, and support staff to support student success and wellness.
Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), staff meetings, data teams, and school improvement initiatives.
Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress, participation, and wellness-related activities.
Support school-wide wellness initiatives, assemblies, field day events, and other student activities as assigned.
Participate cooperatively in site-based management and shared decision-making processes.
Maintain positive and professional relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning.
Remain current in instructional practices, physical education pedagogy, and health and fitness standards.
Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, ethical conduct, and collaboration in all interactions.
Support district initiatives, school goals, and continuous improvement efforts.
Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
Perform other duties as assigned.