Position Type: High School Teaching/Physical Education
Date Posted: May 4, 2026
Location: Thrive Charter School- High School
Closing Date: May 14, 2026
Job Details
- Thrive Charter School is seeking a motivated, energetic, and student-centered Health and Physical Education (HE/PE) Teacher for Grades 9-12 to join our instructional team
- The ideal candidate will promote lifelong wellness, physical fitness, and healthy decision-making while fostering a positive, inclusive, and active learning environment.Position Overview
- The HE/PE Teacher will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive health and physical education program aligned with New Jersey Student Learning Standards
- Instruction should support student wellness, fitness development, teamwork, and personal responsibility
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement engaging, standards-based Health and Physical Education curriculum for grades 9-12Teach physical fitness, team sports, individual fitness activities, and lifelong wellness concepts
- Deliver health instruction including nutrition, mental health, substance awareness, relationships, and decision-making skills
- Promote student physical activity, teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth
- Assess student performance in both physical and classroom-based components
- Maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for all students
- Organize and supervise physical activities and athletic-related events as appropriate
- Collaborate with staff to support school-wide wellness initiatives
- Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health, Physical Education, Education, or related field (required)NJDOE certification in Health and Physical Education (K-12 or appropriate certification) preferred or eligible
- Experience working with high school students preferred
- Strong classroom management and instructional skills
- Ability to motivate students of varying fitness and skill levels
- Commitment to student wellness and safety
- Preferred
Qualifications
- Coaching or athletic program experience
- Experience implementing fitness testing and wellness programs
- Strong collaboration and organizational skills
- Ability to support school athletic or extracurricular programs
- Compensation &
Benefits
- $62,000/year
- Health, dental, and retirement
Benefits
- (as applicable)Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and student-focused school environment
