Holy Innocents� Episcopal School is seeking a Middle School Health and Physical Education Teacher. The teacher is responsible for developing students� physical fitness and health awareness while promoting discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and lifelong wellness.

HIES is the largest Episcopal Parish day school in the country, offering a fully accredited college preparatory program for students age three through 12th grade. The school is located north of downtown Atlanta between I-75 and GA 400.

Skills and Abilities

• Experience teaching Health and/or Physical Education at the middle school level.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate students and foster an inclusive, active environment.
• Knowledge of adolescent development and positive behavior management.

Typical Duties

• Instruct 5 sections of Middle School Health and Physical Education (grades 6�8).
• Develop and deliver lesson plans focused on fitness, health, and wellness.
• Monitor and assess student performance and progress.
• Maintain a safe and structured environment for all activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and program development.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues regarding progress.
• Maintain equipment and oversee PE facilities.
• Serve as a coach for two athletic teams within the HIES Athletics Department.

Educational and Other Requirements

• Bachelor�s degree required (Physical Education, Health, Kinesiology, or related field preferred).
• Teaching certification or ability to obtain certification in Georgia.
• Prior experience teaching middle or upper school students preferred.
• Successful coaching experience in one or more of the following sports preferred: Swim & Dive, Volleyball, Tennis, or Competition Cheer.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background screening, drug testing, and safety training required.