Physical Education Teacher - Archbishop Neale School/Sacred Heart Church - La Plata Maryland

About the role

The Archbishop Neale School in La Plata, Maryland is seeking a full-time Physical Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The position reports directly to the Principal and offers a salary range of $44,200-$54,200 with comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction aligned with Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize Standardized Test scores and other assessment tools to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Create learner-centered lesson plans addressing the diverse needs of all students.
• Incorporate various instructional methods including direct instruction, guided instruction, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery.
• Administer assessments to determine instructional objectives and differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Assign classwork and homework that supports lesson objectives and reinforces the learning process.
• Establish and enforce classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement and ensure Catholic values underpin all interactions.
• Maintain a grade book reflecting students' progress on formative and summative assessments.
• Communicate student progress to parents and administration through grade book updates, emails, notes home, and phone calls.
• Hold conferences with parents for academic or behavioral interventions.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
• Foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, and practices, and witness service to others.
• Plan and teach religion classes that align with Archdiocese of Washington Religion Standards.
• Attend and lead prayer in the classroom.
• Participate in school activities and events as required.
• Perform non-instructional duties such as carpooling, recess, lunch, and substitute teaching.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn their certification)
• Knowledge of child development and supervision
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred)

Qualifications

• Obtain Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia certification within three years of the date of hire.
• Obtain required religious certification (as required).