Physical Education Teacher

St. Joseph's Academy • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

Opening for 2026-2027 Academic Year St. Joseph's Academy is an all-girls Catholic high school in Baton Rouge, LA. Our mission is to educate young women as responsible and unifying members of the world community. In the spirit and charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph, St. Joseph's Academy offers opportunities for faith development in the Catholic tradition, academic excellence and personal growth. St. Joseph’s Academy is seeking an energetic teacher who is enthusiastic about promoting physical activity, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles for students. Must develop and deliver engaging lessons that encourage participation in a wide variety of physical activities and sports while fostering a positive and inclusive environment for students of all skill levels. The teacher should be comfortable incorporating diverse activities and open to creative or unique teaching approaches that make lessons engaging and fun. Responsibilities also include teaching health concepts, promoting wellness, and supporting students in developing lifelong healthy habits. Must assess student progress and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience. Role: The successful candidate will be an 11-month employee. The position includes conducting summer PE courses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education or a related field

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging lessons that encourage participation in a wide variety of physical activities and sports
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for students of all skill levels
• Incorporate diverse activities and open to creative or unique teaching approaches that make lessons engaging and fun
• Teach health concepts
• Promote wellness
• Support students in developing lifelong healthy habits
• Assess student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience
• Conducting summer PE courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time