Physical Education Teacher

ICEF Public Schools•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, standards-aligned physical education instruction that promotes the physical, social, and emotional development of all students. The Physical Education Teacher will create an active, inclusive learning environment that builds healthy habits, teamwork, and a lifelong love of physical activity. This is an on-site position based at a school site; remote work is not available for this role.

Requirements

An earned Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Physical Education, Kinesiology, or a related field
Hold a valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Physical Education
Current First Aid and CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain prior to start date
Strong record of fostering student engagement, physical development, and healthy habits
Knowledge of California State Standards for Physical Education and FitnessGram assessment
Commitment to equity and inclusion in the Physical Education setting for students of all backgrounds and abilities
Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
Proficient use of Google-based applications
Tuberculosis (TB) clearance
Background check clearance
Commitment to educational equity and ICEF’s mission

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of teaching physical education in a public charter school, charter management organization, or public school district
Experience coaching youth athletics or extracurricular sports programs
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Master’s Degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, or a related field

Responsibilities

Plans, prepares, and delivers engaging Physical Education lessons aligned to California State Standards for Physical Education and the school’s instructional goals
Teaches students the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for a lifetime of physical activity and healthy living
Designs and implements units covering a range of activities including individual sports, team sports, fitness, and movement skills
Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs or 504 plans
Integrates social-emotional learning into Physical Education instruction to foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and self-regulation
Maintains a safe and organized learning environment in the gymnasium, field, and all outdoor spaces
Builds positive, respectful relationships with all students and models the ICEF's RECIPE philosophy
Implements Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) practices consistently in the Physical Education setting
Collaborates with the Dean and school counselor to support the behavioral and social-emotional needs of students
Communicates regularly with families about student progress, participation, and wellness
Supports school-wide culture initiatives, including pep rallies, athletic events, and extracurricular programming
Assesses student fitness levels and skill development using a variety of assessment tools
Maintains accurate records of student participation, skill progress, and grades
Uses data to inform instructional decisions and set goals for individual and class-wide improvement
Participates in data analysis cycles and collaborative planning with grade-level and content-area teams
Participates in ICEF Professional Development, staff meetings, school events, and parent information nights as required
Collaborates with colleagues to support a cohesive, high-performing school culture
Maintains work hours that may extend beyond the school day for athletic events, Saturday school, or other professional duties
Is available for contact with parents, students, and staff to address concerns outside of class time as needed
Ensures that all equipment and facilities are maintained in safe, working condition and reports hazards promptly
Performs other duties as assigned.