Physical Education Teacher (Elementary School)

The Equity Project Charter School•New York, NY

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School is hiring Physical Education Teachers for Early Childhood (Kindergarten and 1st Grade) and Elementary School (2nd through 4th Grade). Physical Education is one of TEP’s three program pillars—alongside Academics and Arts—and is treated as a full academic subject. Students receive a daily period of physical education in every grade. Teachers collaborate with grade-level colleagues to integrate physical education into students’ broader educational experience. Teachers lead daily 45-minute PE periods for assigned classes in Kindergarten through 4th Grade. They also supervise recess, including unstructured play and structured physical activities, keeping students safe and active while supporting habits for lifelong health. Early Childhood teachers help students build foundational motor skills and a lasting interest in health and physical activity. The school offers classroom learning spaces, a full-size track and field, and outdoor space for physical activity. TEP describes its mission as providing a world-class education to students from historically under-resourced communities. The school emphasizes teacher growth, collaboration, and professional development. Master Teachers earn an annual salary of $140,000 and may earn an annual bonus of up to $35,000 based on whole-school performance.

Requirements

At least 2 years of lead physical education teaching experience in grades K–4 in a public charter school, traditional public school, or private school.
Ability to develop, tailor, and implement curriculum and teaching methods to individual student needs and learning styles, align instruction with state standards, and promote students’ holistic well-being.
Outstanding verbal ability and strong communication skills.
Alignment with TEP’s mission of providing a world-class education to historically under-resourced student communities.
New York State Teacher Certification is not required for hiring; applicants who do not yet have it must identify and present a pathway to obtain it in their application.
Meet the education requirements outlined in the applicant’s pathway to New York State teaching certification; no additional degree programs are required.
Submit an up-to-date resume, a well-written cover letter, and one teaching-and-learning submission: a portfolio of student work, assessment data for a class, or an original curricular tool developed by the applicant, accompanied by the specified written narrative and supporting materials.

Responsibilities

Lead daily 45-minute physical education periods for assigned Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th Grade classes.
Collaborate with grade-level teachers to integrate physical education into the broader educational experience.
Supervise unstructured play and structured physical activities during recess, ensuring students are safe and active.
For Kindergarten and 1st Grade, help students develop foundational motor skills and a lifelong interest in health and physical activity.
Develop, tailor, and implement curriculum and teaching methods to address individual students’ needs and learning styles while aligning with state standards and promoting holistic well-being.

Benefits

Annual salary of $140,000 for Master Teachers.
Opportunity to earn an annual bonus of up to $35,000 based on whole-school performance.
Three extended rest breaks and three professional development institutes focused on learning and collaboration.
Approximately 10 weeks of vacation per year, corresponding to school vacations.
Staff Food Program, Staff Retreats, and Wellness Programming.
Medical, dental, vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance policies.
Parental leave and a dependent care account.
403(b) retirement plan.
Professional development and tuition/continuous learning reimbursements.
Collaborative community of experienced, passionate educators.