Pre-K PE/Fitness Coach (Early Childhood Physical Education Teacher)

Location: Leander, TX | Job Type: Full-Time | Schedule: Monday‑Friday

About Us

La Mere Academy is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles, physical development, and lifelong wellness habits in young children.

Position Overview

The Pre‑K PE/Fitness Coach plans and delivers age‑appropriate physical education classes that promote gross motor development, coordination, teamwork, confidence, and healthy fitness habits for preschool‑aged children.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging physical education, fitness, and movement programs for children ages 3‑5.
• Teach fundamental motor skills, balance, coordination, agility, and basic sports concepts.
• Lead structured indoor and outdoor physical activities.
• Promote healthy lifestyle habits, physical wellness, and positive self‑esteem.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for children of all abilities.
• Incorporate games, obstacle courses, music, dance, and movement activities into lessons.
• Monitor student participation, progress, and developmental milestones.
• Manage classroom behavior using positive guidance and encouragement.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety standards and school policies.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to support whole‑child development.
• Inspect and maintain PE equipment and play areas.
• Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and staff regarding student participation and progress.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience working with preschool, Pre‑K, daycare, childcare, or elementary‑aged children.
• Strong understanding of child development and age‑appropriate physical activities.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to lead groups of young children in an energetic and positive manner.
• Ability to lift, move, and actively participate in physical activities throughout the day.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Early Childhood Education, Recreation, Sports Management, or a related field.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification.
• Experience teaching youth sports, gymnastics, dance, movement education, or fitness classes.
• Coaching, camp counseling, or children’s recreation experience.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Key Skills

• Physical Education Instruction
• Early Childhood Education
• Preschool Fitness Programs
• Gross Motor Development
• Child Development
• Youth Fitness Coaching
• Physical Literacy
• Classroom Management
• Sports and Recreation
• Movement Education
• Behavior Management
• Team Building Activities
• Child Safety
• Lesson Planning
• Communication and Collaboration

What Success Looks Like

Children actively participate in daily fitness and movement activities, develop age‑appropriate motor skills and body awareness, and experience safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate physical education classes. Positive relationships are built with students, families, and staff, fostering a culture of health, confidence, teamwork, and physical activity throughout the school.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (if applicable)
• Employee childcare discount (if applicable)

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday.