PE/Health & Life Skills Teacher

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