Middle School Health & PE Teacher

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School is seeking a Middle School Health and Physical Education Teacher. The teacher is responsible for developing students’ physical fitness and health awareness while promoting discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and lifelong wellness.

HIES is the largest Episcopal Parish day school in the country, offering a fully accredited college preparatory program for students age three through 12th grade. The school is located north of downtown Atlanta between I-75 and GA 400.

Skills and Abilities

• Experience teaching Health and/or Physical Education at the middle school level.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate students and foster an inclusive, active environment.
• Knowledge of adolescent development and positive behavior management.

Typical Duties

• Instruct 5 sections of Middle School Health and Physical Education (grades 6–8).
• Develop and deliver lesson plans focused on fitness, health, and wellness.
• Monitor and assess student performance and progress.
• Maintain a safe and structured environment for all activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and program development.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues regarding progress.
• Maintain equipment and oversee PE facilities.
• Serve as a coach for two athletic teams within the HIES Athletics Department.

Educational and Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Physical Education, Health, Kinesiology, or related field preferred).
• Teaching certification or ability to obtain certification in Georgia.
• Prior experience teaching middle or upper school students preferred.
• Successful coaching experience in one or more of the following sports preferred: Swim & Dive, Volleyball, Tennis, or Competition Cheer.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background screening, drug testing, and safety training required.