Elementary Physical Education Teacher (25.26 School Year)

KIPP St. Louis Public Schools•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Who we are: KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement. Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school. On the day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following: Curriculum Development and Instruction Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned physical education curriculum Develop engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments focused on physical fitness, teamwork, and motor skills Use student performance data to inform instructional decisions and modify lessons for diverse learners Provide students with daily feedback on skill development, participation, and personal fitness goals Plan for individual learning needs to support all students in achieving physical, social, and emotional growth Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture Embody and maintain the school’s values, policies, and culture both in and out of the gymnasium Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff to foster a supportive and inclusive environment Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress toward physical education goals and fitness achievements Effectively supervise and manage a class of up to 30 students during physical activity, ensuring safety and engagement at all times Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, family fitness nights, parent-teacher conferences, and more Demonstrate a Growth Mindset Pursue challenging professional goals each year to enhance instructional practice and student outcomes Give and receive positive and constructive feedback with colleagues to strengthen team collaboration Participate in school-wide and individual professional development opportunities related to physical education, health, and wellness School-Based Staff must have the ability to... Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis for lesson planning, communication, and data entry Engage in frequent physical activity including running, lifting, climbing, and demonstrating exercises Occasionally perform moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling of athletic equipment Maintain emotional control and classroom management under stress or high-energy conditions Interpret policy, procedures, and student data to guide decision-making Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with students, staff, and families

Requirements

BACHELOR'S DEGREE REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

Appropriate Missouri Teacher Certification PREFERRED (PE: K-12 Certificaiton) ; or a willingness to become certified ASAP; OR A valid substitute teaching certification
Pass Criminal Background Check
Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap

Responsibilities

Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned physical education curriculum
Develop engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments focused on physical fitness, teamwork, and motor skills
Use student performance data to inform instructional decisions and modify lessons for diverse learners
Provide students with daily feedback on skill development, participation, and personal fitness goals
Plan for individual learning needs to support all students in achieving physical, social, and emotional growth
Embody and maintain the school’s values, policies, and culture both in and out of the gymnasium
Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff to foster a supportive and inclusive environment
Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress toward physical education goals and fitness achievements
Effectively supervise and manage a class of up to 30 students during physical activity, ensuring safety and engagement at all times
Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, family fitness nights, parent-teacher conferences, and more
Pursue challenging professional goals each year to enhance instructional practice and student outcomes
Give and receive positive and constructive feedback with colleagues to strengthen team collaboration
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development opportunities related to physical education, health, and wellness
Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis for lesson planning, communication, and data entry
Engage in frequent physical activity including running, lifting, climbing, and demonstrating exercises
Occasionally perform moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling of athletic equipment
Maintain emotional control and classroom management under stress or high-energy conditions
Interpret policy, procedures, and student data to guide decision-making
Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with students, staff, and families

Benefits

$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental.
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program
Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony and more!
Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer
Longevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10 year financial rewards
Generous time off: Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave
Paid parental leave for new families
Paid holidays, as well as a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring break
Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)
On-going professional development opportunities: Weekly coaching sessions Weekly school-based professional development Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers