Leave Physical Education Teacher

Positions Available at: Gary Comer Schools - P.E. Teacher (Start Date: 10/10/26)

About Noble

Noble is Chicago’s highest-performing and largest network of public charter schools. Our 17 campuses and 1,680 employees currently serve 12,000 students, 99% of whom identify as persons of color, 90% of whom are from under-resourced communities, and 81% of whom are first-generation college attendees. Noble’s mission is to ensure that all students have equitable and positive school experiences that equip them to complete college and lead choice-filled lives. We are proud to be recognized nationally for college access and persistence. Noble supports more than 31,000 alumni, with 99% of Noble students accepted into college and historically almost 90% choosing to enroll.

Responsibilities

• Build Safe, Positive Spaces: Create an inclusive and structured environment where students feel encouraged to participate and grow.
• Promote Physical Wellness: Design and deliver lessons that emphasize physical fitness, health education, and the importance of an active lifestyle.
• Teach Teamwork and Leadership: Guide students in collaborative activities, teaching the value of communication, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Foster Skill Development: Help students develop fundamental motor skills, sport-specific techniques, and personal fitness goals.
• Encourage Lifelong Fitness: Instill a love for movement by introducing a variety of sports, exercises, and wellness practices that students can continue to use after graduation.
• Monitor and Support Growth: Use assessments and feedback to track students’ physical development and provide individualized support to meet their needs.

Qualifications

• Passion for Physical Education: You have a deep commitment to promoting wellness and helping students discover the joy of physical activity.
• Classroom and Gym Expertise: You bring experience leading physical education classes and organizing engaging physical activities.
• Commitment to Equity: You’re dedicated to empowering students of color and fostering an anti-racist learning environment.
• Advocate for Diversity: You integrate diverse cultural perspectives into your teaching to inspire and engage all students.
• Proven Track Record: Your teaching leads to measurable student growth in fitness, teamwork, and self-confidence.
• Teach and advise an advisory, which typically meets daily, serving as the primary point of contact for families. At its core, advisory provides dedicated time for students to assess their progress toward promotion, foster relationships, and build a sense of community with their peers.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Physical Education, or a related field
• Eligibility to work full-time in the U.S.
• Active Illinois Teaching License preferred

Why Join Noble?

At Noble Schools, we don’t just teach art; we cultivate creativity and imagination. You’ll join a community of educators committed to excellence and equity, with a mission to empower students to succeed and lead exemplary lives.

Compensation & Benefits

We strive to be the best place to work. We offer a predictable salary schedule for teachers, and our employee benefits are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. Moreover, for professionals who do not currently hold an in‑use teaching license, the Noble Licensure Program offers a robust set of programs and corresponding financial benefits for teachers to obtain licensure while teaching at Noble. Compensation range is $60,000‑$81,000.