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K–8 Physical Education, Health & Life Skills/Leadership Teacher
Tucson Hebrew Academy | Tucson, Arizona
0.75 FTE | Reports to: Director of General Studies
About the Position
Tucson Hebrew Academy (THA) is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered K–8 Physical Education, Health, and Life Skills/Leadership Teacher to join our faculty.
This position offers the opportunity to work with students across Kindergarten through Grade 8 while helping them develop physical fitness, healthy habits, teamwork, leadership, personal responsibility, and lifelong wellness. The ideal candidate is an engaging educator who enjoys working with children of different ages and abilities and can create a safe, inclusive, and energetic learning environment.
What You’ll Teach
Physical Education: Kindergarten through Grade 8
Health: Middle School
Life Skills & Leadership: Grade 5
Recess Supervision: Daily supervision, including responsibility for determining whether outdoor recess conditions are safe and appropriate
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate, engaging lessons for students with a range of abilities and needs.
Teach movement skills, fitness, individual and team activities, sportsmanship, cooperation, and healthy competition.
Provide age-appropriate instruction in health, wellness, nutrition, personal safety, decision-making, and healthy relationships.
Develop Grade 6 students’ skills in communication, organization, problem-solving, collaboration, leadership, and self-management.
Establish clear expectations for participation, behavior, safety, and sportsmanship.
Provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for students with learning, physical, medical, or behavioral needs.
Assess student progress and maintain accurate grades, attendance, and other required records.
Maintain and organize PE equipment and ensure safe use of facilities and equipment.
Actively supervise students during PE, recess, and outdoor activities.
Monitor weather, heat, air quality, and other environmental conditions and make timely decisions regarding outdoor recess.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, Student Support Services, counselors, administrators, and families to support student success.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, conferences, and other school-wide initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Knowledge of child and adolescent development
Ability to provide developmentally appropriate K–8 instruction
Knowledge of physical education, fitness, health, and student safety practices
Strong classroom management and student supervision skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to meet the physical requirements of teaching PE and supervising outdoor activities
Preferred:
Degree or coursework in Physical Education, Health Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Education, or a related field
Arizona teaching certification or other appropriate teaching credential
Experience teaching Physical Education at the elementary and/or middle school level
Experience teaching Health Education
Current CPR/First Aid certification
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an educator who is energetic, organized, safety-conscious, collaborative, and passionate about helping students thrive. You should enjoy creating a positive environment where every student can participate, develop confidence, learn healthy habits, and experience the joy of movement and teamwork.
Because this role includes significant indoor and outdoor activity, the position requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, demonstrate physical activities and movement skills, supervise students across outdoor spaces, and manage PE equipment as reasonably required.
Join Tucson Hebrew Academy and help our students build the skills, confidence, and healthy habits that will serve them for a lifetime.
To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume to info@thaaz.org.
Tucson Hebrew Academy is an equal opportunity employer.