Physical Education Teacher Jobs
A Physical Education Teacher in an elementary school setting plays a crucial role in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits to young children. They plan and deliver instructional programs that facilitate the development of motor skills, strength, body coordination, and knowledge of rules and strategies for various sports and physical activities. In addition to creating fun and engaging lessons, they also assess students' abilities, provide instructions and feedback, and encourage active participation and sportsmanship. They may also coordinate school-wide physical activities or sports events and ensure safety protocols are observed during physical education classes.
Professionals in this role should possess strong communication skills, patience, creativity, and knowledge of child development and age-appropriate physical activities. They are typically required to have a bachelor's degree in physical education or a related field, along with a teaching license or certification. Additional certifications, like CPR and First Aid, are also beneficial. Prior to becoming a Physical Education Teacher, individuals could have roles as a teacher's assistant, after-school program coordinator, or sports coach, which provide valuable experience in working with children and managing group activities.
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
- Mount Sterling, IL
- 2 hours ago
- Mount Sterling, IL
- 2 hours ago
Qualifications Applicants must have an Illinois Professional Educators License. Salary/Benefits How to Apply Email letter of interests and resume to Lan Eberle, Superintendent at ... Email Address...
Strong communication/interpersonal skills with strong classroom management skills. Salary/Benefits Salary: HEA Salary Schedule....
Duties Teach Physical Education courses which are aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Physical Education. Click here for the job description and additional details....
Health and Physical Education Teacher - Tenure Track - Anticipated Opening - 2025-2026 SY
- Township of Washington, NJ
- 2 hours ago
- Township of Washington, NJ
- 2 hours ago
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER Tenure Track Westwood Regional Middle School 2025-2026 School Year Anticipated Opening Qualifications: Valid New Jersey Instructional certificate and subject area...
Create engaging and varied lesson plans to maintain student interest and promote participation....
Elementary School Physical Education Teacher - 25/26 SY
- Fredericksburg, VA
- 7 hours ago
- Fredericksburg, VA
- 7 hours ago
Elementary School Physical Education Teacher - 25/26 SY Employer Spotsylvania County Public Schools Location Fredericksburg, VA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Spotsylvania County Public...
management responsibilities supervises students throughout the school as assigned, or as circumstances require Maintains a disciplined atmosphere appropriate to the teaching environment Establishes...
Middle School Physical Education Teachers monitor student progress through Stride K12's learning management system....
Remote WorkPE Teacher (Trona High School) Job Summary Looking for student centered teachers. Listed are the duties and responsibilities considered common to all teaching positions in Trona Joint Unified...
Health Educator Ansible Government Solutions - 3.4 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time Estimated: $68.8K - $112K a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Exercise Science Ansible 5 years English...
Physical Education Teacher - Ruby Bridges Elementary (.80 FTE) 2025/26 SY
- Alameda, CA
- 8 hours ago
- Alameda, CA
- 8 hours ago
Physical Education Teacher - Ruby Bridges Elementary (.80 FTE) 2025/26 SY About the Employer The Alameda Unified School District is committed to upholding our community's core values of equity and excellence...
2025/2026 - Physical Education Teacher & Interns - Elementary
- Alameda, CA
- 8 hours ago
- Alameda, CA
- 8 hours ago
2025/2026 - Physical Education Teacher & Interns - Elementary About the Employer The Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) is made up of 44 schools serving preschool-12th grade with approximately 33,000...
City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara is hiring a Community Health Educator, for our Trauma Services at Norfolk General, in Norfolk, VA. Preferred Qualifications: Prior...
Part Time PE Teacher Job Summary We have an opening for a 2 period per day PE teacher. Requirements / Qualifications PE credential required.
Anticipated 1.0 FTE Physical Education Teacher - LPHS (Opening for 2025/2026 School Year)
- CA
- 8 hours ago
- CA
- 8 hours ago
Anticipated 1.0 FTE Physical Education Teacher - LPHS (Opening for 2025/2026 School Year) Job Summary This is a hiring pool for an Physical Education teacher for the 2025/2026 school year....
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- Customer Service
- Interviewing
- Psychology
- Basketball
- Wellness
- Group Facilitation
- Motivational Interviewing
- Interventions
- Health Education
- Friendliness
- Public Health
- HIPAA
- Athletics
- Reimbursement
- Community Health
- Small Group Instruction
- Parent Communication
- Preschool
- Parent Conferences
- Instructional Strategies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Social Studies
- Common Core State Standards
- Responsive Classroom
- SMART Board
- Curriculum Planning
- Project Based Learning
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Individualized Education Program
- Response to Intervention
- Special Education
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Behavior Management
- Curriculum Development
- Educating
- Reading
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Background Checks
- Teaching
- Collaboration
- Events
- Flexibility
- Employee Development
- Spanish
- Bachelor's Degree
- Education Experience
- Coaching
- English
- Regulations
- Problem Solving
- Bilingual
- Teamwork
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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