Middle School Physical Education Teacher - Miami

KIPP • Miami, FL

87d • $55,550

About The Position

KIPP Miami Public Schools is part of the KIPP national nonprofit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools. Founded in 2018, KIPP Miami operates two nonprofit charter schools in Greater Miami’s Urban Core communities, educating students in grades K-4 at KIPP Royalty Academy and 5-8 middle school students at Courage Academy. The middle school is seeking awe-inspiring teachers to guide students as they prepare for college and beyond. The Middle School Physical Education Teacher will design, implement, and assess a dynamic physical education program that promotes student health, fitness, and motor skills development, fosters a culture of inclusion, rigor, and joy, aligns with state standards, and integrates character development, teamwork, and leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field
• Valid Florida educator certification or ability to become certified in Physical Education
• Demonstrated experience (or strong internship/student teaching) designing and delivering quality PE instruction
• Strong classroom management skills in active, movement-based settings
• Capacity to adapt instruction to diverse learners
• Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to working with students from underserved communities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a charter, urban, or high-expectation school environment
• Knowledge of health and wellness education, nutrition, and behavior change strategies
• Experience coaching or leading extracurricular sports or fitness clubs
• Familiarity with technology tools for assessment and tracking fitness data.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned PE lessons (e.g. Florida State Standards, National Standards for Physical Education)
• Use a progression of units (fitness, sports, movement, wellness, health) and assess student mastery
• Adapt and differentiate instruction for all students, including those with IEPs
• Use data to inform instruction and intervene when students struggle
• Provide timely feedback to students on performance and areas for growth
• Establish clear routines, procedures, and expectations for safety and student behavior
• Uphold the school’s culture and values
• Model and teach social-emotional skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership
• Foster a classroom environment where every student feels safe and valued
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and other teachers to integrate physical education with cross-curricular goals
• Communicate with families about student progress and fitness goals
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school-wide culture planning
• Support and supervise field days, interscholastic events, and after-school sports or clubs
• Coordinate with school operations for facility scheduling and equipment maintenance
• Engage in coaching cycles, peer observations, and feedback to improve instructional practice
• Reflect on lesson outcomes and stay current in best practices in physical education.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $55,550, increasing with years of experience
• Full comprehensive benefits plan including health care and retirement
• School laptop provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees