Preuss Teachers Pool - Physical Education
Position description
The Preuss School UC San Diego is seeking qualified Physical Education teachers to join our applicant pool for anticipated openings in the 2026/2027 school year.
The Preuss School at UC San Diego (http://preuss.ucsd.edu/) is a charter middle and high school dedicated to providing a rigorous college prep education for low-income scholars who will become the first in their families to graduate from college. As a department within UC San Diego Academic Affairs, The Preuss School also serves as a model school to study and develop the best practices in preparation of scholars of diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to access higher education.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree: English
- Current California Teaching Credential (CTC) – Single Subject Physical Education, or the same teaching credential from states that are members of the NASDTEC Interstate Reciprocity Agreements and have signed a reciprocity agreement with California
- English Learner (ELA/ELAS/CLAD/BCLAD equivalent), or California Teaching Credential – Clear Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) Certificate or equivalent authorization, or equivalent from out-of-state.
- Minimum of one year teaching as a credential Physical Education teacher.
- Minimum of one year experience in teaching underserved students.
Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Copy of Teaching Credential - Current California Teaching Credential (CTC) – Single Subject Physical Education, or the same teaching credential from states that are members of the NASDTEC Interstate Reciprocity Agreements and have signed a reciprocity agreement with California, - English Learner (ELA/ELAS/CLAD/BCLAD equivalent), or California Teaching Credential – Clear Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) Certificate or equivalent authorization, or equivalent from out-of-state. (30-day Emergency Substitute Teaching Credential does not qualify)
- Copy of Degree and Transcripts
- Evidence of Teaching - Please provide evidence of teaching, such as lesson plans, evaluations, and/or curriculum.
- Misc./Additional (Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
About the role
The Preuss School UC San Diego is seeking qualified Physical Education teachers to join our applicant pool for anticipated openings in the 2026/2027 school year.
The Preuss School at UC San Diego (http://preuss.ucsd.edu/) is a charter middle and high school dedicated to providing a rigorous college prep education for low-income scholars who will become the first in their families to graduate from college. As a department within UC San Diego Academic Affairs, The Preuss School also serves as a model school to study and develop the best practices in preparation of scholars of diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to access higher education.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Principal, The Preuss School Physical Education teachers will provide instruction, encourage student progress, and manage the learning environment. Teach content and skills in subject matter, utilizing courses of study adopted by the California State Curriculum Standards as guidelines. Adapt subject material and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students. Establish and maintain an environment conducive to positive teacher/student relations, e.g. on the field, off-site sessions, locker room supervision. Promote an environment which respects and values students' ideas and ways of thinking. Establish, maintain and support standards of personal conduct and discipline in accordance with the current discipline for an orderly, productive learning environment. Use a variety of assessments to monitor and evaluate the learning progress of each student and to make instructional decisions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree: English
- Current California Teaching Credential (CTC) – Single Subject Physical Education, or the same teaching credential from states that are members of the NASDTEC Interstate Reciprocity Agreements and have signed a reciprocity agreement with California
- English Learner (ELA/ELAS/CLAD/BCLAD equivalent), or California Teaching Credential – Clear Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) Certificate or equivalent authorization, or equivalent from out-of-state.
- Minimum of one year teaching as a credential Physical Education teacher.
- Minimum of one year experience in teaching underserved students.
Skills
- Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working with underserved populations.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Benefits
Details on benefits will be provided upon hire.
Pay
Details on pay will be provided upon hire.
Schedule
Details on schedule will be provided upon hire.