Physical Education Teacher - Secondary Level

RE-1 Valley School District is seeking an energetic and student-focused educator to promote health, fitness, and lifelong wellness among middle and high school students through engaging physical education activities.

About the role

The High School and Middle School Physical Education Teacher provides engaging, standards-based instruction designed to promote physical fitness, motor skill development, and lifelong wellness. The teacher supports students in developing healthy habits, teamwork, and personal responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned to Colorado Academic Standards for Physical Education.
• Teach skills related to physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Provide instruction in individual and team activities.
• Promote healthy lifestyle choices and personal wellness.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Conduct fitness assessments and monitor student progress.
• Teach principles of physical fitness, nutrition, and wellness.
• Encourage students to set personal fitness goals.
• Maintain a safe and structured environment during physical activities.
• Ensure proper use of equipment and facilities.
• Monitor student safety during all activities and instruction.
• Evaluate student performance and participation.
• Maintain accurate records of grades and attendance.
• Provide feedback to students regarding skill development and progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school staff.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
• Participate in IEP, 504, and MTSS meetings as appropriate.
• Maintain current licensure.
• Participate in professional development.
• Support district and building improvement initiatives.
• Follow district policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, or related field (preferred and will be given first consideration).
• Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with Physical Education endorsement (additional coursework required for eligibility toward a Colorado Teacher License is required or must be completed within an agreed-upon timeframe).
• Currently hold a Colorado Substitute Teaching License if Teacher License is not completed.
• Knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards for Physical Education.
• Strong classroom management and activity management skills.
• Experience teaching high school or middle school physical education.
• Coaching experience or willingness to coach preferred.
• Knowledge of fitness assessment and wellness programming.
• CPR/First Aid certification.

Skills

• Knowledge of physical education curriculum and fitness principles.
• Ability to instruct a variety of physical activities and sports.
• Strong classroom and activity management skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage students in physical activity.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate physical activities and exercises.
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move athletic equipment (up to 40 pounds).
• Work may occur indoors and outdoors depending on activity.

Pay

$44,000 - $65,853 on Teacher Salary Schedule.

Schedule

• 167-day work calendar.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) with benefits.
• 4-day school week (Tuesday - Friday).

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance.
• Optional dental and vision insurance.
• Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Plans.
• Retirement Savings Plans.