PE and Health Teacher Jobs in New York

A Physical Education (PE) and Health Teacher in the secondary education industry is responsible for teaching students about physical fitness, sports, and health awareness. They design and implement PE curricula, conduct fitness assessments, and promote healthy lifestyle choices to students. These professionals also organize sports events, supervise students during PE classes, and communicate student's progress with parents or guardians. They may also provide guidance on issues like nutrition and mental health. Hence, key skills include communication, empathy, patience, leadership, and organizational skills. A strong understanding of health and fitness concepts is also crucial.

Before becoming a PE and Health Teacher, a person may have been a Fitness Trainer or Coach, gaining practical knowledge of physical fitness and training methods. They may also have been a Teaching Assistant, gaining experience in classroom management and instructional skills. Another potential role is a School Counselor or Health Advisor, providing experience in advising on health and wellness topics. Regarding qualifications, they should have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Health Education, or a related field. They also need to obtain a teaching license or certification, which usually involves completing a teacher preparation program and passing state-specific exams.

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Short Term Substitute Physical Education/Health Teacher, BMS

  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 17 hours ago

Implement lesson plans and adapt activities to meet the needs of all students. Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment. Communicate effectively with students, staff, and administration....

Health Teacher - Long Term Substitute - Fairport High School

  • Fairport, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairport, NY
  • 2 days ago

group instruction as needed....

High School Summer School Health Teacher

  • Grand Island, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Island, NY
  • 5 days ago

High School Summer School Health Teacher Grand Island CSD Grand Island, NY Job Details Part-time $37 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications Teaching Certification Mid-level High school diploma or GED...

Health Teachers - for Cooperative Summer School Program

  • Fairport, NY
  • 28 days ago
  • Fairport, NY
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Cooperative Summer School (Certified)/Health Teacher Date Posted: 2/21/2025 Location: Regional Programs and Services Closing Date: 03/21/2025   Additional Information:...

[2025-2026] Physical Education and Health Teacher - High School

  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Providing individual and small group instruction until all students achieve mastery. Modeling the schools values in all communications with students, families, and staff....

Physical Education and Health Teacher Temporary

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Develop lesson plans. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Prepare classroom for class activities....

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Salary for PE and Health Teacher Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

PE and Health Teachers in New York offer the following education background
Master's Degree
39.5%
Bachelor's Degree
36.7%
Doctorate Degree
10.4%
High School or GED
5.9%
Associate's Degree
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some High School
0.8%
Some College
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by PE and Health Teachers in New York
Less than 1 year
34.2%
1-2 years
26.3%
None
18.7%
2-4 years
12.7%
6-8 years
5.1%
10+ years
3.0%


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