IGNITE MOVEMENT, INSPIRE HEALTHY HABITS!

At Queen City Academy Charter School, we believe a healthy body fuels a sharp mind. As our Physical Education Teacher, you'll get scholars moving, build lifelong habits around fitness and wellness, and show them that teamwork, discipline, and confidence start on the field, court, and gym floor.

We are currently recruiting two Physical Education Teachers: one for grades K-8 and one for high school.

THE QUEEN CITY DIFFERENCE

Our small, family-like environment offers what other schools can't:

• Plainfield's first charter school, proudly serving scholars in grades K-12—with our network now expanding into Hillside
• Collaborative faculty and administration working together for student excellence
• Supportive, collegial setting that values professional growth
• Deeply engaged parent partners committed to their children's success
• Mission-driven culture focused on creating generational change

YOU'LL THRIVE HERE IF YOU:

• Instruct using NJSLS and believe strongly in the connection between quality physical education and overall academic achievement
• Instruct students on the benefits of physical activity through a variety of sports
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students
• Evaluate student progress regularly and prepare progress reports
• Provide individual, small, and/or large group instruction to adapt the curriculum for students with varying intellectual, physical, and special abilities
• Stay current on content and instructional strategies that support your students and help all students succeed
• Learn and apply strategies to differentiate instruction for every learner in your classroom
• Build positive relationships with students so they feel seen, loved, and heard
• Partner with families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs
• Engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (minimum requirement) and certification as appropriate
• At least a Certificate of Eligibility (QCACS leadership can guide you toward full New Jersey certification)
• A valid New Jersey Certificate or proof of passing the required PRAXIS tests
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to communicate with parents and students across lines of difference
• Mastery of subject matter content and a team-player mindset
• High expectations of students and a solid understanding of child development

ABOUT US

Queen City Academy Charter School is Plainfield, New Jersey's first charter school, proudly serving scholars in grades K-12—with our network now expanding into Hillside. We're also building a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Plainfield, designed to enhance and elevate the learning experience for every student who walks through our doors. Our mission is to create lifelong learners and transform lives by developing critical thinkers and leaders who drive generational success across our communities. We believe that teachers are our most treasured assets, and we seek educators with an immediately discernible passion for helping children meet their highest potential.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Ready to help scholars build strength, confidence, and a lifelong love of movement? Apply today and become part of a growing school network where every student's potential is limitless.

Equal opportunity employer.

Where people enter to learn and work, but experience the fulfillment of a family atmosphere.