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School City of East Chicago

Physical Education Teacher

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: East Chicago, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/16/2026

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What they do

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.

$60,748 / year median in Indiana

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Physical Education Teacher 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 1401 East 144th Street, East Chicago, IN 46312 Full-time School City of East Chicago 54 reviews Full-time July 20, 2026 School City of East Chicago 2025-2026 School Year

POSITION

Physical Education Teacher

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

JOB DESCRIPTION

Physical education(PE) teachers instruct students and organizes games and challenges that promote physical activity among children and young adults. Goal is to develop motor skills and physical development and proper exercise. PE teacher must adjust curriculum to adapt to children with disabilities or different physical abilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors in Education Valid Public Educator's License in area of study Proper Certification Required

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teaches District approved curriculum 2. Plans curriculum, lessons and teaching methods 3. Must have strong speaking and listening skills. 4. Must maintain discipline within the class. 5. Plans physical education program to promote development of student's physical attributes and social skills. 6. Establishes and maintains appropriate records, reports and procedures. 7. Teaches individual and team sports to students, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and physical capabilities of students. 8. Organizes, leads, instructs and referees indoor and outdoor games such as volleyball, baseball and basketball 9. Instructs individuals or groups in beginning or advanced calisthenics, gymnastics, or corrective exercises, determining type and level of difficulty of exercises, corrections needed, and prescribed movements. 10. Teaches and demonstrate the proper use of gymnastics and training apparatus. 11. Interact with parents, other teachers and school administrators 12. Confers with students, parents, and school counselor to resolve student problem 13. Inventories equipment, materials, and supplies used in physical education program. 14. Exposes students to community recreational activities that are available to them. 15. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school duties.

SALARY:

Commensurate by Experience and Education Competitive package provided

START DATE

2026-2027 School Year Upon Board Approval

APPLICATION DEADLINE

OPENED until filled. Please submit a letter of interest and credentials/resume to: Director of Human Resource School City of East Chicago 1401 E. 144th Street East Chicago, IN 46312 HumanResource@ecps.org Look for postings on-line @ www.scec.k12.in.us Human Resource/JOB

OPENINGS

Revised:

April 16, 2025 JG