High School Teacher – Physical Education and Health

Deadline: July 16, 2026
District/Organization: Hamilton Community Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: Per HEA Master Agreement (Base $50,000)

Position Details

JOB SUMMARY:

Hamilton Community Schools invites dedicated educators to apply for the open position of High School Physical Education and Health Teacher that’s available starting in the 2026-2027 school year. We are excited to engage with quality candidates who are not only results-driven but also committed to inspiring children to develop emotionally, socially, and intellectually. Under the supervision of the building principal, educators plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary educational environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. This includes Health, Physical Education, Unified Basketball, and academic support courses.

LOCATION: Hamilton High School

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Develops schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Prepare classroom and/or learning environment for all learning opportunities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development using formative and summative assessments.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.
• Work with or understand Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
• Work with or understand Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS).
• Previous work with or understanding of Standards-Based Grading.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs, and student organizations as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Valid Michigan teaching certification or will have it before the first day of school
• Endorsement in Physical Education and Health (MC or MX)
• Displays a high degree of knowledge in teaching at the middle-grade levels
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program
• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district, and state

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

START DATE: 2026-2027 School Year

SALARY RANGE: Per HEA Master Agreement (Base $50,000)

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• $25,000 Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Cash in lieu option

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WHO ARE WE?

Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district in West Michigan, located south of Holland and east of Saugatuck. Our well-maintained district includes one preschool learning center (Sandyview), three elementary schools (Bentheim, Blue Star, and Hamilton Elementary), one middle school, one high school, and the Hamilton Virtual School. Despite covering a large area of 135 square miles, Hamilton retains a small-town feel.

As one of the 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD), Hamilton Community Schools employs 400 staff members and serves over 2,400 full-time students, along with 1,100 non-public students across various programs and formats. Renowned throughout the state, our district is celebrated for balancing a small-town atmosphere with educational innovation, catering to the needs of every learner. With a strong focus on K-12 academics, work-based learning, athletics, and the arts, Hamilton is a destination district. WE are HAWKEYES!

Why Hamilton?

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Submit an application, cover letter and resume using the online application system.

https://hamiltonschools.schoolspring.com?jobid=5783241

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled. However, for best consideration, applications should be submitted by June 30, 2026 .

Any questions can be sent to Mitch Bosch, Principal mbosch@hamiltonschools.us

E-mail: mbosch@hamiltonschools.us