PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER

St. John's School•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a full-time Physical Education teaching role, with football coaching responsibilities as a secondary assignment and additional coaching assignments in the Winter and Spring seasons. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality physical education instruction aligned with the school’s mission while contributing to the football program through coaching, player development, and program support. The role emphasizes student development, leadership, character, and consistent culture across academics and athletics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education or related field
Commitment to student development and school mission
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and coaching personnel

Nice To Haves

Football coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level
Experience coaching a specific position group
Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, standards-based physical education instruction for assigned grade levels
Promote lifelong fitness, wellness, teamwork, and personal responsibility
Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
Develop lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and school goals
Assess and document student progress and participation
Maintain classroom management and appropriate student supervision
Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student growth and school initiatives
Fulfill all teaching, professional development, and faculty responsibilities as assigned
Assist the Head Coach in planning and implementing practices, game preparation, and player development consistent with the school’s mission and values
Coach assigned position group(s) as a Varsity Assistant Coach and serve as JV Head Coach, providing instruction in fundamental skills, techniques, and strategies
Support game planning, scouting, film breakdown, and opponent analysis
Assist with football equipment inventory, distribution, and care
Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, team meetings, travel, and team events
Promote positive sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and character development
Assist with offseason programs, camps, strength and conditioning, and community outreach as assigned
Ensure consistent terminology, instruction, and program culture across all levels
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics