Physical Education Teacher

Physical Education Teacher

JobID: 2587

Position Type:

District Teaching

• Date Posted:

10/14/2026

• Location:

Victor Central School District

• Closing Date:

11/04/2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Physical Education Teacher (2026–2027 School Year)

Victor Central School District

At Victor Central School District (VCS), we will cultivate a vibrant and supportive learning community built upon the cornerstones of respect, inclusivity, and empowerment. Every day, in every building, every person will feel safe, valued, inspired, and motivated to grow—both academically and personally. We will celebrate diversity, foster a sense of belonging and strive for academic achievement, and students will become informed, confident scholars and leaders who are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the Building Principal, the Physical Education Teacher supports student success by providing high-quality, movement-based instruction, advancing students' physical literacy, health-related fitness, and interpersonal skills, and implementing curriculum aligned with New York State Physical Education Learning Standards and Victor Central School District's priorities.

Compensation/Pay Range:

$49,500 (negotiable based on experience)

Benefits:

Qualifies for District Contributions to Health/Dental Insurance:Yes

Qualifies for Paid Personal Time:Yes

Qualifies for Paid Sick Time:Yes

Schedule:

Full-time/10 month

Paid hours/day:7 hours 30 minutes, including a duty-free lunch

Essential Functions

• Designs, implements, and assesses high-quality physical education learning experiences aligned with the NYS Physical Education Learning Standards and Victor CSD's instructional goals, including commitments to equity, access, and lifelong fitness.

• Establishes a gymnasium, outdoor, and instructional environment that is physically safe, emotionally supportive, predictable, inclusive, and conducive to individual, small-group, and large-group physical activities.

• Develops high-quality lesson plans, movement tasks, and physical activity units that reflect best practices in physical education pedagogy, skill progression, spatial awareness, and differentiation.

• Regularly assesses motor skills, physical fitness concepts, and cognitive understanding; adjusts instructional strategies to meet diverse movement abilities, including providing accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities (including Adaptive PE principles) and multilingual learners.

• Provides targeted skill development, modified activities, and individual guidance to support student progress in physical competence, confidence, and personal fitness goals.

• Integrates instruction in personal and social responsibility, sportsmanship, collaboration, team building, and fair play in alignment with district culture and SEL priorities.

• Engages in continuous professional learning and remains current on developments in physical education pedagogy, athletic movement science, wellness trends, safety guidelines, and assessment practices.

• Maintains accurate and timely records of student attendance, fitness assessments, skill progress, and physical safety incidents in accordance with district expectations, state laws, and federal requirements.

• Fosters strong communication and partnership with parents/guardians to promote physical activity, healthy habits, and student success both inside and outside the gymnasium.

• Ensures student conduct aligns with district policies, gymnasium safety rules, athletic etiquette, and schoolwide expectations for behavior, sportsmanship, and mutual respect.

• Collaborates with grade-level, health, and PE department colleagues to review curriculum scope and sequences, share instructional practices, coordinate facility usage, and engage in ongoing program improvement efforts.

• Selects, requests, inspects, and maintains appropriate physical education equipment, athletic hardware, activity spaces, and technology tools, ensuring all materials are safe, organized, and properly stored.

• Supervises students in non-classroom settings as assigned, including locker rooms, athletic fields, hallways, lunch, recess, and transportation-related activities.

• Administers district, state, and physical fitness assessments in accordance with NYSED guidelines and Victor CSD protocols.

Additional Duties

Performs other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or designated District Office administrators.

Note: The above description is illustrative and not intended to outline every responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of effective teaching methods, instructional pedagogy, and differentiation practices aligned with diverse learning styles.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse learners, families, and colleagues.

• Skills in using data systems, interpreting student performance data, and developing action plans based on identified needs.

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state education laws and regulations.

• Proficiency in instructional technology, learning platforms, and standard productivity tools.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

• Capacity for reflection, self-evaluation, and sustained professional growth.

• Ability to build positive, collaborative working relationships across the school community.

Qualifications Profile

Certification / License: Valid NYS Certification (appropriate to grade level or discipline)

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a related discipline is required. Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Successful prior teaching experience at the appropriate grade level is preferred

Demands / Hazards: Work is performed in standard school and classroom settings.

Equipment: Uses district-standard technologies, including but not limited to computers, printers, copiers, communication systems, and instructional software.

Travel: Travel to district buildings and occasional professional meetings as required.