2026-2027 High School PE/HOPE (Health) Teacher

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools • Jacksonville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks to add capacity to our team with an additional physical education and health teacher. The P.E/Health teacher would instruct classes of 9th - 12th grade students. As the school grows, the teacher would instruct students across multiple grade levels and/or sections, and ideally run a club or enrichment block. We are committed to providing a quality physical education and health program that will complement our rigorous academic program. This position will work closely with the electives department. Teachers are responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with families, and other duties as assigned. Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their school leader. The model for the high school will change over time as more grade levels are added and the model is subject to change. Students have block schedules. Elective teachers may have a homeroom and will teach several classes in their department in addition to a club or enrichment block. Every student will be required to take one credit of physical education that incorporates health. Any electives are selected by the school leader according to student interest and teacher certification area(s).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in Physical Education K-12 and Health K-12
• At least one complete year of teaching secondary Physical Education with experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
• Possesses a deep commitment to creating an inclusive, healthy, and empowering community for our students.
• Passing a background check, as required by law

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of secondary school physical education experience
• Experience with the H.O.P.E. program in Florida

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes of 9th - 12th grade students.
• Instruct students across multiple grade levels and/or sections.
• Ideally run a club or enrichment block.
• Create a positive classroom environment.
• Implement curriculum.
• Assess students.
• Collaborate with their team.
• Build relationships with families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement program with a company match
• Individualized coaching and professional development
• Stipends for which the candidate may be eligible
• Millage stipends
• TSIA stipends

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level