[26-27] GA Physical Education Teacher

Movement Foundation•Atlanta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Movement Schools is seeking a passionate, energetic, and mission-aligned K-5 Health & Physical Education Teacher to join its Georgia school community. This role is ideal for educators who believe elementary physical education is more than activity — it is a daily opportunity to build scholar confidence, teamwork, perseverance, and lifelong wellness habits during the years that movement habits are formed. As a K-5 Health & PE Teacher, you will design and lead high-quality, standards-aligned instruction that engages every elementary scholar, regardless of athletic background. You’ll create an inclusive, structured, and joyful environment where K-5 scholars develop foundational motor skills, health knowledge, social-emotional skills, and a love for movement. When not in session with scholars, you will support school-wide operations to keep our campus running smoothly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Health & Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) Induction, Professional, or Provisional certificate in Health and Physical Education (P–12) — OR eligibility to obtain through GaPSC Pathway 1–4, including the GaTAPP (Georgia Teacher Academy of Preparation and Pedagogy) alternative pathway
Passing score on the GACE Health and Physical Education content assessment, or willingness to obtain prior to certification
Passing score on the GACE Ethics for Teachers Assessment
Compliance with GaPSC Rule 505-2-.42 — a valid Georgia Clearance Certificate (required for all charter school educators with direct student contact)
Completion of an FBI fingerprint-based criminal background check as required for employment in Georgia public, private, and charter schools
Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
Commitment to Movement Schools' mission, values, and high expectations for all scholars

Nice To Haves

Experience or training that supports your readiness for a specialist role is a plus.
Prior teaching experience in an elementary (K-5) school setting
Experience coaching youth sports, after-school athletics, or community recreation programs
Training in adapted physical education or working with scholars with diverse needs
Familiarity with FitnessGram or similar fitness assessment tools
ESOL endorsement or experience supporting multilingual learners
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver standards-aligned K-5 Health & PE instruction grounded in the SHAPE America National Standards and the Georgia Standards of Excellence for Health and Physical Education
Build foundational physical literacy in K-5 scholars through developmentally appropriate instruction in gross motor skills, locomotor patterns, manipulative skills, fitness concepts, cooperative games, and beginning team and individual activities
Deliver age-appropriate health education content as part of Georgia’s combined Health & PE program
Create a structured, safe, and inclusive environment where every scholar can participate and grow
Embed character development, teamwork, leadership, and perseverance into daily lessons
Assess scholar growth using fitness benchmarks, skill rubrics, and other formative tools
Differentiate instruction to support scholars with diverse abilities, including those with IEPs and 504 plans
Maintain equipment, facilities, and safety protocols in alignment with school and state standards
Support school-wide culture, arrival/dismissal duties, transitions, and family engagement events
Participate in coaching cycles, professional development, and grade-level planning
Support school-wide operations during non-instructional blocks — including arrival and dismissal duties, lunch and recess coverage, hallway transitions, family engagement events, and other operational needs as assigned
Build strong relationships with scholars, families, and staff