Physical Educational Teacher (Grades K - 7)
Aaron School · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducation$68k–$78k/yrFull-time
About the role
Join our team and inspire success. As a Head Physical Education Teacher at Aaron School, you'll create an engaging and supportive environment where students build confidence, strengthen social connections, and develop lifelong healthy habits through movement and wellness.
Responsibilities
- Create and deliver differentiated physical education lessons that engage and support diverse learners
- Create a positive learning environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and student success
- Lead Field Day, Curriculum Night, and seasonal health instruction programming
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student progress and development
- Monitor student growth, communicate with families, and participate in team meetings and conferences
Requirements
- Master's degree in Physical Education or a related field from an accredited institution
- Experience supporting students with learning differences or special education needs preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to design engaging and differentiated lessons that support diverse learning profiles
- Passion for helping students build confidence, independence, and social-emotional growth
Qualifications
- Passionate about working with students who have learning differences
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Skills
- Adaptability and creativity in lesson planning
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles)
- Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
Pay
$68K - $78K
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of students and staff
Contact
If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.