Physical and Health Education Teacher for the 2025-26 School Year

The ideal candidate will... 

• Be an experienced Physical and Health Educator, with skills in developing and implementing a developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum
• Possess strong knowledge of child development and physical fitness concepts
• Excel at communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Be an integral participant of a high-energy and enthusiastic team of professionals, dedicated to meeting the academic, social and emotional needs of students

Responsibilities 
The following represents a summary of the responsibilities of this position. A detailed job description may be downloaded HERE.

Planning, Preparation and Instruction

The Lead Guide provides instruction that supports the development of the cognitive, emotional, social, physical and spiritual growth of the child.

• Develops age-appropriate instruction which emphasizes students' understanding of the importance of exercise to physical and mental well-being; and to motivate students to work towards, physical fitness, hygiene, and good health
• Provides instruction to develop students' physical skills and abilities, strength, agility, poise, coordination, and teamwork
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in physical educational activities, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs
• Selects and requisitions appropriate instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, and maintains inventory

Classroom Environment/Management

• Maintains an environment in which the furnishings and materials are complete, safe, and correspond to the needs of each student grade level
• Works with students of various abilities, including those with learning differences as diagnosed
• Creates and communicates learning plans for all levels
• Maintains a clear, orderly, and attractive environment, including the care and maintenance of teaching materials and equipment
• Creates an environment that demonstrates rapport with, respect, and kindness for, all students as well as between students

Communication

• Responsible for communication that supports an understanding of the school’s program, develops positive relationships within the school community, and protects the privacy and confidentiality of each student and family
• Establishes a positive relationship with parents and guardians and maintains regular communication with parents and guardians with regard to their child’s specific needs
• Completes required report cards/ progress reports in accordance with school policy

Professional Responsibility

City Garden believes all employees must take an active role in their development as professionals and in developing City Garden as an institution of learning.  Lead Guides will:

• Actively participate in a regular evaluation process including classroom observations, feedback conferences, and an annual self-evaluation toward goals set by the guide and/or in conjunction with the school principal
• Maintain their teaching skills and participates in professional development activities
• Obtain and maintain certifications as appropriate for the grade level and subject area

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education
• Appropriate Missouri teaching certification in Physical Education and Health, preferred
• Prior teaching experience in a school setting at the elementary level or middle school level
• The ability to produce engaging lessons
• The ability to listen well and take initiative to solve problems
• Being child-centered, flexible, and willing to do whatever it takes for our students
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
• Have a grounding in anti-bias education and antiracist values and principles, and is excited to be part of a school that is reimagining education through these lenses