26-27 South Campus Middle School Physical Education Teacher

St. Augustine Preparatory Academy • Milwaukee, WI

23h • Onsite

About The Position

In This Role, You Will empower students to discover their potential and pursue excellence, academically, personally, and spiritually, through high-quality teaching, purposeful movement, and authentic care. The ideal candidate will be an exceptional collaborator and team player, have strong knowledge of physical education pedagogy, and demonstrate a commitment to fostering physical literacy, wellness, teamwork, and sportsmanship across grade levels. We are particularly interested in educators passionate about working in urban education as part of a high-performing, mission-driven staff. Ideal candidates will also be well versed in strategies that promote student engagement, perseverance, and a growth mindset, and will be willing to go the extra mile for students. Candidates should be organized, detail oriented, and skilled at planning developmentally appropriate lessons that support all learners.

Requirements

• A belief in the ability of every child and a commitment to ensure excellence for each student.
• Bachelor's Degree in physical education, kinesiology or a related field, including any other requirements for accreditation, (Master’s degree a plus). State teaching license preferred but not required.
• Active participation in a Christian church.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, student-centered learning environment.
• Openness to professional development and continuous improvement in teaching practices.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates strong multitasking skills, supports students’ emotional needs with empathy, contributes as a collaborative team member, and remains flexible during schedule changes or unexpected shifts.
• Team player committed to the St. Augustine Preparatory mission and model.
• Understanding of fitness, motor skill development, team sports, and recreational activities.
• Lastly and most important, the candidate must demonstrate and possess the highest integrity, and be able to live the values, beliefs, and culture of St. Augustine Prep.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree a plus
• State teaching license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned physical education instruction 6th-8th grade students using high-quality curricular materials, instructional best practices, and a balanced approach that builds motor skills, fitness, teamwork, and healthy habits.
• Foster physical literacy, wellness, and sportsmanship through engaging, active, and inclusive lessons that promote movement, skill development, collaboration, and a lifelong appreciation for health and fitness.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs, providing whole-group, small-group, and individualized support while using academic standards, fitness benchmarks, and student data to guide planning and adjust instruction.
• Monitor, assess, and document student learning and physical development through formative and summative assessments, using results to track progress, inform instruction, and improve student outcomes in fitness, skills, and cooperative play.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and administrators to align programming, support school-wide initiatives, and contribute to community-building activities, including health, fitness, and wellness events across the school.
• Seek out opportunities to integrate Biblical truth with their lessons.
• Integrate character education and/or faith-based values into daily lessons.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Manage classroom behavior in a consistent and effective manner, promoting courage, respect, integrity, and perseverance through the development and maintenance of positive relationships with students.
• Serve as the cultural and spiritual model for their students, always interacting respectfully and striving to demonstrate God’s love to their students and families.
• Effectively communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, behavior, and needs.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.
• Be open to coaching and feedback to continuously improve teaching practices and support positive student outcomes.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to implement instruction with fidelity.
• Collaborate as a team player and proactively offer solutions as challenges arise throughout the school year.
• Collaborate with colleagues, instructional aides, and support staff to enhance student learning.
• Work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues, supervisors, students, parents/guardians, and community members, maintaining positive, solution-oriented relationships that foster a strong, inclusive environment for optimal learning.
• Continuously seek professional growth through building and department meetings/professional development, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars/in-services.
• Serve as a role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and positive behavior.
• Remain open-minded to professional growth and actively engage in the school community as we continue to grow and evolve over the coming years.
• Monitor and support students during morning arrival, lunch, recess and dismissal.
• Serve with a flexible, open heart that recognizes no duty is outside the scope of your role, we are a team that is stronger together in service of our students.

Benefits

• Aug Prep offers a robust benefits package including medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with employer match and employer-sponsored disability coverage.
• Full-time employees each receive $2500/year for college courses or professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time