Middle School PE Teacher
Location: Willingboro
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of
high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an
exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged
communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark,
and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion
gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our
students consistently exceed national benchmarks , reflecting our
dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators ,
offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to
ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard,
do good, and make a lasting difference! Job Description Uncommon
Middle School Physical Education (PE) Teachers cultivate a passion
for an active lifestyle in every student. Our PE instructionwhich
includes sports, team building exercises, and physical exerciseis
culturally-responsive, fast-paced, and fun. We have built a
community that encourages respect, hard work, and celebrates our
students’ academic and nonacademic achievements. Our goal is for
students to love learning and living a healthy lifestyle from the
very start. Responsibilities 1. Instruction You'll create a safe
and interactive environment where students feel empowered to engage
in physical activity. You’ll develop students' physical fitness
through team building activities; independent exercises such as
stretching, cardio, and calisthenics, and structured sports and
games. You’ll help students build healthy habits in mindset and
physical activity. You'll teach an engaging and culturally
responsive PE curriculum that meets the needs of various types of
learners in your class. 2. School Culture You’ll build positive
relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and
heard. You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate
resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
You'll engage in practice-based professional development,
mentorship, and coaching sessions. You'll participate in weekly,
school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values,
and encourage student achievement. Qualifications A commitment to
the mission of Uncommon Schools A demonstrated commitment to
supporting students’ social emotional and academic development An
enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in
the best interest of students A self-directed learner who solicits
and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
Required Experience: A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12
students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience
preferred). An expertise in middle school education, physical
education, sports science and management, kinesiology, physical
fitness, or participation in collegiate athletics. Prior to the
start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university. Teacher certification is not a
prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state of
NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibility
requirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of
3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduated
prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to become
certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period
after beginning employment. Additional Information Our people are
what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and
comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness,
and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation
philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top
talent. Compensation Compensation for this role is between $56,000
to $80,000. Starting pay is determined using various factors
including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching
experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon
Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will
likely have a starting salary of $56,000. Benefits Generous paid
time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of
paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer). Extensive, best-in-class
training and development Comprehensive health, dental, and vision
insurance plans pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care
(DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA) Financial Planning New
Jersey Pension program Paid leave of absence options (parental,
medical, disability, etc.) Mental health and counseling support
wellness benefits *A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE
. At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming
environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are
dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of
perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we
servewith over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our
organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics
that shape our school culture. As an equal opportunity employer,
Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local
laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all
privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided
reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform
core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation,
please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
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