Physical Education and Health Teacher (K-5) Term

Vanderbilt University • Nashville, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Roberts Academy is seeking a part-time, term Physical Education (PE) and Health Teacher for K-5 students for the 2026-2027 school year. The PE teacher will provide direct supervision and instruction to students, planning and executing lessons aligned with Tennessee K-5 Physical Education and Health and Wellness Standards. This role involves teaching approximately seven PE classes and two health classes per week, with classes held between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Roberts Academy is an elementary school specifically for students with dyslexia, serving grades 3rd-5th in the 2026-2027 school year. The school utilizes an intensive intervention approach for students with dyslexia, focusing on individualized, evidence-based instruction that targets needs while leveraging strengths and interests. The goal is to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to transition to various school settings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Work experience with school-aged students

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience teaching physical education in an elementary school

Responsibilities

• Provides direct supervision of and instruction to students in a whole class setting.
• Plans and executes lessons aligned to the Tennessee K-5 Physical Education Standards as well as the Tennessee K-5 Health and Wellness Standards.
• Works closely with fellow teachers and school administration to provide instruction and support to all students.
• Teaches approximately seven PE classes and two health classes per week.
• Maintains a clean, safe, orderly learning environment which contributes to children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Conscientiously supervises children.
• Provides supervision during transitions to and from the Physical Education classroom, gymnasium, or outdoor facility.
• Implements the school's programs and curricula, providing instruction directly aligned to the Tennessee Physical Education K-5 Standards.
• Creates unit and lesson plans aligned to each of the Categories that comprise the Tennessee Physical Education and Health & Wellness K-5 Standards.
• Establishes and implements behavior management in accordance with a positive behavior support approach.
• Regularly assesses student performance.
• Consistently meets requirements for timely filling of documentation as required, including injury or incident reports.
• Consults with the administrative team as needed to provide input on curriculum and individual child supports.
• Coordinates and implements specific instructional strategies with classroom team members.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with students.
• Responds to professional emails promptly.
• Seeks outside resources (RA admin, faculty, consult therapists) as necessary to meet classroom and student needs.
• Facilitates positive experiences for student workers, student volunteers, and practicum students at all levels.
• Models desired practices for interactions with children (group or individual), preparation of the environment, and interactions with families.
• Displays a commitment to elementary education and the education of students with dyslexia.
• Attends and participates in required professional development or training.
• Displays professionalism.
• Follows guidelines and policies of RA and Vanderbilt University.
• Upholds student and family confidentiality.
• Interacts with students, parents, other staff, outside professionals, volunteers, and administration professionally.
• Upholds the RA Mission.

What This Job Offers

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