Physical Education Teacher - Leave Replacement

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH TEACHER Full-time 12 Week LEAVE REPLACEMENT STARTING DECEMBER 1, 2026 Are you looking to teach in a community that values diversity, communication, professional development, collaboration and innovation? Become a teacher at Academy360, a program of Spectrum360, and make a difference in a student’s life today. WE PROVIDE Competitive salary based upon your experience -Salary range $59,000 - $80,000 Comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Vision and Dental that begin on Day One of your employment. A focus on personal wellness and personal and family sick time, tuition reimbursement, career support, training and more! A LITTLE ABOUT US Spectrum360 is a New Jersey-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving children, teens and adults with autism and related disabilities. With locations in Livingston, West Orange, Verona and Whippany, the organization operates two NJDOE-approved, award-winning academic programs, Academy360 Lower and Upper schools, serving children from ages 3-21; Independence360, an adult services program approved by the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities and the NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation which provides day habilitation and prevocational training for adults over age 21; and two enrichment programs in culinary and digital arts. Our mission is to recognize and value our student and adult’s unique abilities, learning styles and differences by providing the highest quality educational and therapeutic programs. We help each person we serve to discover their unique talents, develop self-worth, and maximize opportunities for independence. Academy360 Physical Education and Health Teachers: Continuously review and revise the curriculum to ensure alignment with the NJ Student Learning Standards, and addresses grade-level standards in physical fitness Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that provide individualized and group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student. Instruct students on the basic techniques needed to play team sports and other recreational activities Discuss the importance of living a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity Monitor and document student participation and progress Qualifications: New Jersey Certified Teacher of Health and Physical Education required. Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods in sports skills and appropriate developmental instructional and group management procedures. Strong team-building skills, and interpersonal and communication skills.