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 Responsibilities
All Otter Valley teachers are expected to:

• implement standards-aligned units of study and engaging lessons
• use content-specific pedagogical techniques to engage learners
• use assessment to inform instruction throughout the learning process
• create positive classroom cultures focused on relationships, inclusive practices, and reciprocal trust
• collaborate effectively with colleagues to improve teaching methods and ensure supports are in place for all students

Responsibilities 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 students
• implement a balanced PE program that includes individual and team activities and thoughtfully incorporates social and emotional learning
• provide a safe and productive environment in the PE classroom
• contribute actively as a member of student teams
• implement 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 Aid

Please apply through schoolspring.com.
Michael Ruppel
Principal
Otter Valley Union Middle and High School

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $52,626 to $105,252 Per Year
Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Physical Education

Welcome to Otter Valley Union High School
Please access the Otter Valley school website for more information.

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Questions
The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

1. What barriers to achievement do you think exist for children from disadvantaged families and how would you help these children fully engage in your classes? Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information
Brooke Dahlin, Human Resources Coordinator
49 Court Drive
Brandon, Vermont 05733
Phone: 802-247-5757
Fax: 802-247-5548
Email: bdahlin@rnesu.org

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