PE/Health & Life Skills Teacher (Part-Time), Bridge Way School

Posted by The Bridge Way School on August 30, 2022

The Bridge Way School seeks a part-time Physical Education and Health/Life Skills teacher for the 2022-23 academic year.

The successful candidate will…

• have prior experience as a physical education/health teacher with capacity to supervise group work and activities
• be comfortable with themselves and lead by example
• possess outstanding planning and problem-solving skills
• be supportive, flexible and solution-oriented
• recognize students as individuals, celebrate diversity, and support our school culture of equity and inclusion
• have a good sense of humor and willingness meet students where they are

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• PA state certification in subject area preferred
• Minimum of one year teaching experience
• Able to receive and implement feedback
• Current FBI and state of PA background clearances are required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety students, staff, families, etc.

Responsibilities

• Promote health and fitness in class and beyond
• Create and facilitate lesson plans for physical activities, health and wellness
• Coordinate supplemental programs with community providers
• Encourage and motivate students to participate
• Meet students where they are physically and emotionally

Dual certification in another discipline and experience with recovery from substance use disorder/addiction a plus.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Angela Smith, Head of School, at angela.smith@thebridgewayschool.org.