PE Teacher (Grades 4 - 6)

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants San Francisco Friends School is seeking a passionate and experienced PE Teacher to work with grades 4 - 6 for the 2025-2026 school year (mid-August through mid-June). Located in the Mission District, SFFS serves K-8 students and fosters a Quaker-based learning environment focused on social justice, community, and reflection. We are looking for an educator who shares the school’s mission and values of inclusivity, community-building, and problem-solving. Ideal candidates should be motivated, flexible, and eager to collaborate with both students and colleagues in fostering a dynamic learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Teach developmentally appropriate PE classes to grades 4 - 6, promoting physical fitness, coordination, and teamwork. Construct engaging, inclusive lessons that meet the needs of various learning styles and physical and athletic abilities while supporting students' social-emotional growth and resilience. Develop activities that encourage confidence, a love of movement, and skill development. Provide positive, constructive feedback and assess student progress. Manage and maintain PE equipment and ensure safe, positive interactions during recess. Foster collaboration and positive behavior in the student community through strong classroom management. Stay informed on best practices and new developments in physical education. Collaborate with colleagues, student support teams, and parents to promote student success. Participate in community-building efforts, school-wide events, and committees. Contribute to a cohesive school culture by attending professional development and sharing insights. Support and help plan school-wide events, such as field days or physical education-related events. Facilitate a student advisory group. Lunch and recess duties as assigned. Preparing timely and attentive parent communications, including quarterly student progress reports. Attending and supervising overnight outdoor education as well as various field-based curricular and cultural explorations. Support school-wide events, including Back to School Night, presentation night, field day, and admissions events. Facilitating student-led conferences twice a year. Coach a minimum of two sports seasons (stipended). Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Child Development, or related field. Experience teaching PE at the elementary and middle school levels, with the skills to provide an age-appropriate, comprehensive physical education program. Ability to engage, support, and motivate students of all abilities. Strong communication skills, with an emphasis on empathy and clarity. Openness to Quaker philosophy and a commitment to inclusivity. Experience working and communicating with diverse groups of students and adults. Organizational skills and the ability to manage both teaching and administrative responsibilities. CPR and First Aid certification (can be obtained upon hire). Preferred Qualifications: Language skills in Spanish or Cantonese. 2+ years of experience. Openness to collaborating with community members on health and wellness outside of the PE classroom. Teaching Credential. Compensation and Benefit Summary: Salary Range: $2,885 to $6,190 per semi-monthly pay period for 24 pay periods per year ($69,250 to $148,580 annually). Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability insurance, matching 403(b), generous paid time off, academic vacations, sick leave, and professional development opportunities. Physical requirements: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. EEO Commitment: The San Francisco Friends School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. The school also makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities; candidates who need accommodations in order to apply for this position should request an accommodation as part of the submission of interest. Employment Clearances required: Livescan Background US Employment eligibility TB Clearance certificate How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references using this site. Seniority level

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