Physical Education Teacher

Essex Westford School District is seeking a full-time Physical Education teacher to join our team of dedicated educators at Essex Middle School. Ideal candidates will have experience integrating SEL into physical education teaching, believing all students can learn at a high level. believe in the power of professional learning communities and be committed to ensuring that all students learn the importance of lifelong fitness.

Qualifications:

• Hold (or be eligible to hold) a valid VT educator license with a Physical Education and Health endorsement.
• Knowledge and/or experience using “backward design” for lesson development, differentiated instruction to support all students, and formative assessment to provide student feedback and adjust lesson delivery.
• Dedication to providing students a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage students.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of knowledge and professional practice
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the student population being served and how demographic variables impact student achievement and effectively used this knowledge to design and deliver instruction.