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Physical Education Teacher

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A Physical Education Teacher works with elementary and secondary school students on physical education and athletic training. A PE teacher should have knowledge of sports, anatomy and handling common injuries. Sports taught include football, basketball, baseball, soccer, gymnastics, track & field, and aerobics.

$64,157 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+18% projected growth

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Overview Join our vibrant educational community as a Physical Education Teacher, where your passion for promoting active, healthy lifestyles will inspire students to reach their full potential. In this dynamic role, you will design engaging physical activity programs, foster teamwork and sportsmanship, and support the holistic development of children across various age groups. Your expertise will help cultivate lifelong healthy habits while ensuring a safe, inclusive, and motivating environment for all learners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' physical and social well-being through innovative instruction and dedicated mentorship. Duties Develop and implement comprehensive physical education curricula tailored to diverse student needs, including early childhood education and elementary school levels. Design lesson plans that incorporate assessment-driven instruction, learning technology, and innovative instructional design principles to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Foster a positive classroom atmosphere through effective classroom management, conflict management, and behavior management strategies that promote respect and cooperation. Assess student performance regularly using quantitative analysis for student progress evaluation and adapt instructional methods accordingly to support academic interventions and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, instructional strategies, and student assessment practices to ensure compliance with educational standards and regulations. Utilize LMS (Learning Management Systems) to track student progress, communicate with parents, and integrate library services or other resources into lesson plans. Support students with special education needs or disabilities by implementing inclusive teaching practices aligned with Montessori or other specialized educational approaches. Experience Proven classroom experience teaching physical education at the elementary or preschool level, with a strong understanding of childhood development principles. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with young children, including toddlers and preschoolers, fostering their motor skills and social-emotional growth. Experience designing curriculum that integrates literacy education, math skills, and health education within physical activity contexts. Familiarity with assessment tools for student performance data analysis and experience conducting academic advising or tutoring in physical education or related subjects such as math or literacy. Knowledge of educational compliance standards, regulation requirements, and best practices in early childhood education settings. Prior experience working with students with disabilities or in special education environments; experience implementing academic interventions using multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). Strong communication skills for collaborating with teachers, parents, and specialists to support student success; conflict management skills are highly valued. Embark on a rewarding journey where your enthusiasm for physical activity fuels students' growth—helping them develop confidence, teamwork skills, and a lifelong love of movement!
Pay:
From $25.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person