What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health & Physical Education Teacher at Monmouth Memorial School position at Kennebec Intra-District Schools RSU 2?
Monmouth Memorial School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Health/Physical Education Teacher. The successful candidate will provide a coordinated, developmentally appropriate PE and Health curriculum that promotes lifelong physical activity, wellness, and healthy decision-making. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about student wellbeing, skilled at engaging learners of widely varying ages and abilities, and committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and active learning environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate physical education and health instruction aligned with Maine Learning Results and applicable state/national standards.
- Design lessons and units that build fundamental movement skills, physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and lifelong healthy habits.
- Teach age-appropriate health education topics, including nutrition, personal hygiene, safety, substance abuse prevention, mental and emotional wellness, and human growth and development.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including students with IEPs, 504 plans, and English Language Learners.
- Establish and maintain a safe learning environment, including proper supervision, equipment use, and adherence to safety protocols during physical activity.
- Assess student progress using a variety of formative and summative methods; maintain accurate records and communicate progress to students, families, and administrators.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, specialists, and administrators to support integrated learning and student wellness initiatives across the district.
- Organize and maintain PE equipment and facilities; requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
- Participate in staff meetings, professional development, curriculum committees, and district wellness initiatives.
- Communicate regularly and professionally with parents/guardians regarding student progress and program expectations.
Qualifications:
- Possess (or be eligible) Maine DOE certification for Physical Education (510), and Health Education (520), or combined Health and Physical Education (512)
- Current Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) certification
- A passion for working with learners and supporting their growth
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Start Date: August 2026 Deadline: When a qualified candidate is found
For more information about this position please contact Leticia Goucher, MMS Assistant Principal, lgoucher@kidsrsu.org, or refer to the Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The “Teaching” application form is available at kidsrsu.org in the Current Openings section.
Please submit your signed and completed application form and all requested documents to:
KIDS RSU 2
Attn. Jennifer Staggs
7 Reed Street
Hallowell, Maine 04347
Tel. (207) 622-6351 ext. 1410
Scanned application packets can be sent to jstaggs@kidsrsu.org.
For a complete listing of job openings please visit our kidsrsu.org.
Thank you for your interest in our schools!
Regional School Unit 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer