High School Physical Education / Elective Teacher

JAMES IRWIN CHARTER SCHOOL • Colorado Springs, CO

2d • $33,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

James Irwin Charter High School is seeking a student-focused Physical Education / Elective Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year and beyond. The teacher will deliver physical education and/or assigned elective courses and help students develop fitness, teamwork, self-discipline, personal responsibility, healthy habits, and strong character. The school day follows a seven-period schedule, typically including five instructional periods, one study hall, and one planning period. The role is full-time and in person, Monday through Friday. A traditional education degree, teaching license, or prior teaching experience is not necessarily required, but candidates must meet applicable Colorado qualifications for their teaching assignments.

The teacher will plan and deliver structured, engaging lessons, use Active Participation and Explicit Instruction methodologies, differentiate instruction, assess student progress, maintain classroom management, and communicate with families. Administrative duties include weekly lesson plans, maintaining grades, attendance, and records in Infinite Campus, and preparing assessments. The position also includes study hall supervision, serving as a House Sponsor, participating in school events and faculty activities, and other assigned duties.

Compensation is listed as $33,000–$55,000 per year. Eligible full-time employees may receive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off; Colorado PERA retirement benefits; and access to licensed on-site daycare at the Astrozon campus based on availability. The school provides a laptop for professional use and extensive teacher training, instructional coaching, and professional development. Compensation and benefit eligibility details will be discussed during hiring.

Requirements

• Meet applicable Colorado qualifications for the assigned teaching subject. For assignments subject to Colorado's In-Field qualifications, qualify through an appropriate Colorado teaching-license endorsement, a bachelor's degree or higher in the assigned subject, at least 24 semester credit hours in the assigned subject, or a passing score on an applicable State Board of Education-approved content examination.
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for working with high school students.
• Support the mission, vision, and character expectations of James Irwin Charter Schools.
• Be energetic, positive, dependable, flexible, and solution-oriented.
• Maintain high expectations for student behavior, academic achievement, and personal responsibility.
• Demonstrate classroom management and student-engagement skills.
• Be comfortable enforcing school rules and expectations consistently and respectfully.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Possess organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Be willing to learn Infinite Campus and other school technology systems.
• Accept and implement constructive feedback through instructional coaching and evaluations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student success.
• Model professionalism, integrity, good judgment, and strong character.
• Maintain a calm, professional demeanor when managing challenging situations.
• Dress appropriately for a professional academic environment and physical education instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of physical education, fitness, sports, wellness, and/or assigned elective subjects.
• Experience working with high school-aged students in educational, athletic, coaching, mentoring, or youth-development settings.
• Ability to plan and deliver structured, engaging lessons.
• Familiarity with student assessment and classroom management.
• Willingness to learn and implement James Irwin's instructional methods.
• Previous teaching, coaching, or related experience; beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging physical education and/or elective lessons aligned with school curriculum and standards.
• Teach physical fitness techniques, teamwork, sportsmanship, personal responsibility, and healthy habits.
• Establish and maintain a safe, structured, positive, and productive learning environment.
• Use Active Participation and Explicit Instruction methodologies, including strategies developed by Dr. Anita Archer.
• Differentiate instruction for students with varying abilities and learning needs.
• Integrate character development and positive behavior expectations into daily instruction.
• Assess student learning and progress through assignments, participation, assessments, and other appropriate measures.
• Maintain classroom management and enforce school policies, dress code, and behavioral expectations.
• Collaborate with teachers and department leaders to maintain consistent instructional practices.
• Develop and submit weekly lesson plans for department-head review.
• Maintain accurate student grades, attendance, and academic records in Infinite Campus, including entering at least two meaningful grades per week.
• Monitor student performance and communicate regularly with parents and guardians, particularly when students are struggling academically.
• Prepare and administer unit assessments, quarterly assessments, and other evaluations as appropriate.
• Use student performance data to guide instruction and improve learning outcomes.
• Participate in instructional coaching, professional development, classroom observations, and formal and informal evaluations.
• Maintain a safe, organized instructional environment and supervise and care for physical education equipment.
• Supervise an assigned study hall.
• Serve as a House Sponsor, mentoring and supporting students within the school's House system.
• Assist with student supervision, detention monitoring, and other assigned duties.
• Participate in school events and activities, including occasional chaperoning of dances, athletic events, and other student functions.
• Attend required faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and school activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school administration.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with multiple plan options, including traditional and high-deductible plans with Health Savings Account options.
• Employer-paid employee medical premiums on most available plans.
• Employer-paid dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement benefits through Colorado PERA.
• Free, licensed on-site daycare for staff at the Astrozon campus, based on availability.
• School-issued laptop for professional use.
• Extensive teacher training, instructional coaching, and professional development.
• School-year work schedule with compensation distributed over 12 months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed