Roberts Academy Instructor, P.E, PT

Roberts Academy Instructor, P.E, PT Posted on 4/16/2026 Accepting applications About this position The part-time Physical Education Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering a comprehensive physical education program for students in grades 1-8. This includes designing developmentally appropriate lessons that promote physical fitness, motor skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyle habits. The PE Teacher creates a positive, inclusive environment that encourages all students to participate and grow in their physical abilities. Responsibilities also include maintaining a safe and organized learning space and collaborating with faculty and families to support overall student well-being. This position is part-time, not to exceed 20 hours per week. The typical schedule is two days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with potential flexibility based on school needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide whole-group physical education instruction to students in grades 1-8. Prepare weekly PE age-appropriate lesson plans for students in grades 1-8. Collaborate with The Roberts Academy faculty and staff. Effectively communicate with parents and other stakeholders related to the students. Contribute to the success of The Roberts Academy by performing all other duties as needed to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of Florida Southern College. About our ideal candidate

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

Earned baccalaureate degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education or related field. Fingerprinting clearance and background check including Clearinghouse approval. 3-5 years' experience working with K-12 students. Desire to work with students in a private school learning environment. Patient and enthusiastic about making a difference in student progress. Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires regular standing and walking; talking and hearing, both in person and by telephone; use of hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard classroom equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance. Near visual acuity is necessary for reading computer screens and reading printed materials. Ability to listen carefully to others while on the phone or in person.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the typical elementary/middle school classroom environment. The noise level in the work environment can be high. The assignment is campus-based and not intended for work from home. About us The College's health and wellness plans along with generous paid time-off benefits are in addition to rewarding employee benefits such as the tuition grant and 403(b) plan. The employee tuition grant is a remarkable benefit that covers the cost of 100% of the College's tuition for dependent children of faculty and staff who have been employed with the college fulltime for one year. Employees can also take advantage of the benefit for themselves. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan is a 403(b) plan in which the college automatically contributes 7% of the eligible employee's earnings into a retirement fund whether the employee chooses to participate or not. The account has a comprehensive investment portfolio and allows the employee to control their investment choices. At 6 years of service, the employer contribution amount is elevated to 10%. Employees can choose to participate through pre-tax payroll deductions when ready! Florida Southern College is committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring, campus life, and intellectual engagement and welcomes applications from all interested candidates. The college actively seeks a wide variety of candidates and enthusiastically looks to diversify our workforce. Florida Southern College has a strong commitment to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The college recruits, hires, trains, transfers, promotes and compensates individuals and makes all personnel decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental disability unrelated to an individual's ability to perform the job, in accordance with applicable law. As the oldest private college in Florida, Florida Southern College is a nationally recognized liberal arts institution located in Lakeland, enrolling approximately 3,500 students across more than 70 undergraduate and graduate programs. The College is known for its strong student-to-faculty ratio and its emphasis on engaged learning, providing students with hands-on experiences that prepare them for meaningful careers and lives of leadership and service. Florida Southern is home to the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture and competes in NCAA Division II athletics, with a distinguished record of national championships. Consistently ranked among the top regional institutions in the South by U.S. News & World Report and recognized by The Princeton Review, Florida Southern equips students to lead lives of positive and consequential impact through dynamic, engaged learning in its iconic setting and beyond. Connect with Florida Southern College.