Physical Education Teacher

About CJCP

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: 

USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016
NJDOE Tier-I Charter School,  2013-2018
US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024
National charter School, 2020
College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024
College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024
Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022
100% graduation rate, 2011- 2024
100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011 

The mission of CJCP is to provide  academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

Hiring for School Year 2025-2026
 

Physical Education Teacher

Responsibilities Include: 

• Delivering a comprehensive physical education program that promotes fitness, health, and well-being among the students. 

• Create engaging lesson plans, foster a positive learning environment, and assess the progress. 

• Develop and implement age appropriate physical education lesson plans that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles. 

• Evaluate student progress in physical skills, fitness levels, and provide constructive feedback. 

• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to ensure a productive and respectful learning environment during physical activities. 

• Promote safety and wellness by adhering to established protocols, including CPR/AED certification. 

• Ensure that all activities are conducted safely and that students understand the importance of health and fitness. 

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, administrators, and the community to support achievement and promote the importance of physical education and health. 

• Engage in ongoing professional growth opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and curriculum developments in physical education and health. 

Essential Duties:

• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;

• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;

• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;

• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

Additional Responsibilities:

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;

• Facilitates home-school communication by such means as holding conferences, telephoning, and sending written communication;

• Integrates appropriate technology into classroom instruction;

• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;

• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies;

• Classroom management skills;

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Strong proficiency in music theory and performance and a passion for encouraging a love of music in students. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;

• Valid NJ CE, CEAS, or Standard Teacher Certification;

• NJ Criminal History;

• Work authorization in the U.S.;

• Tuberculosis Test;

• Experience is a plus.

Opportunities at MCSCS:

• A tenure track position;

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost;

• NJ state teachers’ pension plan enrollment;

• Tuition reimbursement assistance;

• Paid professional development opportunities;

• Paid time off;

• Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary Starting: $57,000.00 per year