Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Job Description

Company Description

Who we are:

KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.

Mission:

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school.Job Description

On the day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:

Curriculum Development and Instruction

Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned physical education curriculum

Develop engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments focused on physical fitness, teamwork, and motor skills

Use student performance data to inform instructional decisions and modify lessons for diverse learners

Provide students with daily feedback on skill development, participation, and personal fitness goals

Plan for individual learning needs to support all students in achieving physical, social, and emotional growth

Help Build a Positive School and Classroom Culture

Embody and maintain the school’s values, policies, and culture both in and out of the gymnasium

Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff to foster a supportive and inclusive environment

Establish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progress toward physical education goals and fitness achievements

Effectively supervise and manage a class of up to 30 students during physical activity, ensuring safety and engagement at all times

Show up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, family fitness nights, parent-teacher conferences, and more

Demonstrate a Growth Mindset

Pursue challenging professional goals each year to enhance instructional practice and student outcomes

Give and receive positive and constructive feedback with colleagues to strengthen team collaboration

Participate in school-wide and individual professional development opportunities related to physical education, health, and wellness

School-Based Staff must have the ability to...

Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis for lesson planning, communication, and data entry

Engage in frequent physical activity including running, lifting, climbing, and demonstrating exercises

Occasionally perform moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling of athletic equipment

Maintain emotional control and classroom management under stress or high-energy conditions

Interpret policy, procedures, and student data to guide decision-making

Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with students, staff, and familiesQualifications

BACHELOR'S DEGREE REQUIRED

Appropriate Missouri Teacher Certification PREFERRED (PE: K-12 Certificaiton); or a willingness to become certified ASAP; OR A valid substitute teaching certification

Pass Criminal Background Check

Demonstrated commitment to closing the opportunity gap

Additional Information

What we bring to the table:

We are a fast paced, energetic team and family with passionate people who are leading a movement and to cultivate the their best working environment we provide the following for full time employees only:

$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental.

Employer Paid Short Term Disability

$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee

Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 12% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program

Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony and more!

Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer

Longevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10 year financial rewards

Generous time off:

Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave

Paid parental leave for new families

Paid holidays, as well as a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring break

Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)

On-going professional development opportunities:

Weekly coaching sessions

Weekly school-based professional development

Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers

If you are interested in working at KIPP St. Louis, please visit our website to find out how to apply!

Check out our KIPP St. Louis video to learn more about KIPP St. Louis Public Schools!

KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Full-time