Physical Education Teacher Jobs in Texas

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.

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ANTICIPATED- PE Teacher (Grades: 9-12)

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes....

Remote Work

PE Teacher/Boys Coach (multiple sports)

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago

plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

PE Teacher - High School

  • Crockett, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Crockett, TX
  • 2 days ago

plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

Health Educator

  • Maryneal, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Maryneal, TX
  • 2 days ago

Health Educator 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Maryneal, TX 79535 $30 - $35 an hour - PRN Integrated Corporate Health LLC 9 reviews $30 - $35 an hour - PRN Integrated Health 21 (IH21) is a leading...

Part-time PE Teacher- Holy Name Catholic School

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago

Instructional Strategies Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of schools curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

Health Educator

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Works with the Family Engagement Program Manager to conduct outreach and educate community members on early childhood development. Health educator will engage child healthcare...

CES PE Teacher

  • Clarksville, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Clarksville, TX
  • 6 days ago

Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate] Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of core academic subject assigned Knowledge...

Elementary School PE Teacher

  • Bonham, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Bonham, TX
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications Profile TX State Certification as a Physical Education Teacher: Elementary or All Level PE Education Bachelors from an accredited college or university Experience Successful prior teaching...

ANTICIPATED - Physical Education Teacher (Grades: 9-12)

  • Dallas, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 8 days ago

ANTICIPATED - Physical Education Teacher (Grades: 9-12) -(RTP20250808-006) Description Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experience designed to help them fulfill their potential...

Remote Work

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and district's curriculum program and shows written evidence of preparation as required....

Health Educator - Nationwide

  • Midland, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 10 days ago

About: Labcorp is a leading provider of biometric testing services, population health and comprehensive workforce wellness strategies. These services are performed by a network of Labcorp...

Physical Education Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Lockhart, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Lockhart, TX
  • 17 days ago

Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate] Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of core academic subject assigned Knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability...

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland...

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and district's curriculum program and shows written evidence of preparation as required....

Middle/Upper School PE Teacher/Coach

  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 18 days ago

At Founders Classical Academies we promote a two thousand year old liberal arts and sciences tradition. Our school is classical, but it is also, in a manner of speaking, cutting edge. In fact, we...

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Salary for Physical Education Teacher Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Physical Education Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Physical Education Teachers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.1%
Master's Degree
37.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Physical Education Teachers in Texas
Less than 1 year
44.4%
None
24.1%
1-2 years
14.0%
2-4 years
9.0%
10+ years
2.5%
4-6 years
2.5%
6-8 years
2.2%
8-10 years
1.4%


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