Middle School Health and PE Teacher 2026-27

Job Title: Middle School Health & Physical Education Teacher Location: Northwest Washington, D.C. Job Type: Full-Time (Hybrid) Start Date: August 2026 Academic Year: 2026–2027 Application Deadline: Until Filled Salary: $64,000 – $120,000 per year About the Role A dynamic, student-centered public charter school in Northwest Washington, D.C. is seeking an enthusiastic Middle School Health & Physical Education Teacher to join its instructional team for the 2026–2027 school year. This full-time, hybrid role includes on-campus instruction combined with remote planning and/or asynchronous responsibilities. The school emphasizes whole-child development, culturally responsive instruction, and the promotion of lifelong health and wellness. This is a rewarding opportunity for an educator passionate about physical education and health instruction, and committed to helping middle school students develop healthy habits, physical literacy, and social-emotional skills. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned Health and Physical Education instruction Teach core health topics such as physical wellness, nutrition, mental health, personal safety, and social-emotional skills Design developmentally appropriate physical activities that promote fitness, teamwork, and skill development Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment (in-person and online) Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with IEPs and multilingual learners Integrate technology and data to track student progress and participation Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning and growth Provide timely, constructive feedback aligned to health and PE standards Collaborate with grade-level and specials/PE colleagues on curriculum and programming Maintain consistent communication with families regarding student progress and wellness initiatives Participate in professional development and contribute positively to the school community QualificationsEducation Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Health Education, Kinesiology, Education, or a related field Master’s degree preferred Experience Minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience in a charter school setting Middle school Health and/or Physical Education experience preferred Experience delivering standards-aligned health or physical education instruction Skills Strong understanding of Health and Physical Education standards Ability to create engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences Effective classroom management and strong organizational skills Strong communication and collaboration skills Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching Ability to obtain or hold appropriate DC teaching licensure Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and education Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer contribution Paid time off and school holidays Relocation assistance Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Supportive, collaborative, mission-driven school environment Job Type: Full-time Pay: $64,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20011