Anticipated Teacher: Physical Education

Otter Valley High School is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative and collaborative PE teacher to fill a vacancy in the 2026-2027 school year. While the teaching assignments will be determined by the strengths and qualifications of team members, it is likely that this position will include a combination of middle and high school courses. Successful candidates should be properly licensed or eligible for licensure in Physical Education.Job ResponsibilitiesAll Otter Valley teachers are expected to: implement standards-aligned units of study and engaging lessonsuse content-specific pedagogical techniques to engage learnersuse assessment to inform instruction throughout the learning processcreate positive classroom cultures focused on relationships, inclusive practices, and reciprocal trustcollaborate effectively with colleagues to improve teaching methods and ensure supports are in place for all studentsResponsibilities specific to this position include: use a variety of approaches to establish a safe and caring classroom community and to provide a safe and respectful learning environment for studentsimplement a balanced PE program that includes individual and team activities and thoughtfully incorporates social and emotional learningprovide a safe and productive environment in the PE classroomcontribute actively as a member of student teamsimplement best practices regarding school-wide student protocols (i.e., Multi-Tiered System of Supports, PBIS)Required Qualifications: Holds or is eligible to hold a Vermont Teaching License with PK-12 or 7-12 Physical Education and PK-12 or 5-12 Health Education endorsement. Certification in CPR/AED and First AidPlease apply through schoolspring.com.Michael RuppelPrincipalOtter Valley Union Middle and High School