Middle School Physical Education and Health Teacher

2026-2027 Middle School Physical Education and Health TeacherPhysical Education and Health Teacher (2026 - 2027 School Year) Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School Brooklyn, New YorkWhat is the Role?Electives that center physical activity at Coney Island Prep empower our scholars to dive into exhilarating, movement-based courses that ignite creativity, promote well-being, and foster self-expression. Whether they're exploring the fundamentals of physical education or learning about their health and well-being, scholars are guided by PE and Health Teachers who bring passion, energy, and excitement to every class. These courses are designed to inspire and engage students' personal growth and development. Our middle school operates on a shared campus and access to common spaces is limited. Please be prepared to get creative within the confines of your classroom.What You'll Be Asked To DoInternalize standards-aligned curriculum and content and on a daily basis, teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, and differentiate as neededCommunicate effectively with all scholars, their families, and staffCommit to a culture of consistently implementing school-wide systems, structures, procedures and feedbackEradicate the effects of racism, poverty and other forms of oppression in our school community by making resources, opportunities, support systems, and classrooms equitable and accessible for all our stakeholdersAnalyze instructional and culture data to action plan and improve your teaching practice to strengthen student outcomesBe proactive in creating a positive, structured, results-oriented, and fun learning environment that supports the needs of students with various abilities and experiencesParticipate in school community responsibilities such as lunch duty, dismissal and hallway duties, whole-school events, daily homeroom, bi-weekly advisory groups, weekly content team meetings, whole-staff professional development, lesson internalization and practice, and weekly grade team meetingsWhat You'll NeedPassion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep's mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti-racismSteadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choiceBachelor's degree and NYS teaching certification required, Master's degree strongly preferred; we offer $2,000 towards the completion of a Master's degree and NY State certification within two years of employmentPassion for and expertise in your content area; experience with intended grade level preferredExperience with Google Suite, MacBooks, Chromebooks, and flat panelsCultural competencies and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases across lines of differenceCulturally responsive and age appropriate conflict resolution skillsProven organizational, oral, and written communication skills; timeliness; accuracy; and consistent and regular communication; and ability to meet deadlines for deliverablesSelf-reflective and open to feedback, with the ambition and desire to grow and develop; curiosity and the tendency to ask questions of your colleagues in order to learn and improveA positive, solution-oriented attitude and drive for excellenceEagerness to work collaboratively with your grade teams and coachA strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students and staff, while demonstrating value towards diversity and inclusivityWho are we?Coney Island Prep Middle School is a public charter school in Brooklyn that serves 350 students in grades 6-8. We are a high-performing, college prep school that offers hands-on lessons, laptops for every scholar, special education services, and after-school programming. Our responsive and committed teachers support our families every step of the way and we provide free breakfast, lunch, snacks, and school supplies. Rigorous academics, a close-knit community, and high expectations, have all been in the heart of Coney Island since 2009.Commitment to Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and JusticeConey Island Prep is committed to building a team that collectively reflects the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of our scholars. We recognize and respond to different points of access, so that everyone maximizes their highest potential. We also recognize that because of institutionalized racism and systemic oppression, historically marginalized groups are at a disadvantage when it comes to most application and hiring processes. We want to ensure that all candidates, regardless of their identity, are able to demonstrate their qualifications and are not limited by a lack of opportunity or access. We are committed to creating a space where everyone's identity is acknowledged, respected, and welcomed. We are intentional about creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their authentic selves at work by constantly examining our organization culture and challenging our traditions.Benefits and CompensationLead teachers at Coney Island Prep are provided with salaries that are highly competitive, set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual's years of lead teaching experience in a K-12 school environment. The salary range for this role is from $71,250-$97,750.As a regular full time employee of Coney Island Prep, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and Paid Family Leave.Staff are provided with a MacBook Air and access to all the necessary technology and resources needed to succeed in their role.