The teacher will instruct students in physical fitness, health education, and various sports while developing lesson plans aligned with state standards. Responsibilities include evaluating student growth, maintaining a safe environment, and communicating progress to parents and counselors.
The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.
WHO
YOU
ARE: A Health/Physical Education Teacher who fosters, promotes, and develops an understanding of the relationship between healthy body function and exercise; motivates each student to cultivate physical fitness and appropriate social and emotional adjustment; discovers and develops talents of students in physical achievement; and that develops strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination in individual, dual and team physical activities and sports, following each student’s ability. Do you have what it takes?
Education and
Experience: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. A New Jersey Department of Education Physical Education Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS).
THE
ROLE: Teaches knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, rhythms and dance, and individual, dual, or team sports Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative Works cooperatively with other physical education teachers in planning and implementing a balanced physical education program. Analyzes, demonstrates, and explains basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of formal sports, games, rhythms, and fundamentals of body movement. Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the division’s basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course and SOL standards; provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas. Provides appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment and field areas to ensure the overall safety of students. Evaluate the academic and social growth of students, prepare report cards, and keep appropriate records including attendance reports, checklists, census forms, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary. Maintains control of storage and use of school property. Evaluate each student’s growth in physical skills, knowledge, and contribution to team sports. Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress. Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day. Administers testing following division testing practices. Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities. Performs other duties as assigned.
BA $66,901 - $94,701 / MA $68,151 - $95,951 Term of Employment: 10.5 Months Union: MPTEA Are You Ready To Join The Village? Here’s what you can expect- The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded. Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received only some applicants will be contacted. If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process. Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution. A New Jersey Department of Education Physical Education Certificate, CE, or CEAS is required.
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in New Jersey are typically in steady demand, especially in core subjects like English. Competition can be strong because districts often look for candidates with the correct New Jersey certification, a bachelor’s degree, and classroom readiness; the posted benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show your certification status and relevant English instruction experience.
