2025-2026 School Year - Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Fargo Public Schools; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 47,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Fargo Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Elementary Physical Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves creating a positive learning environment, teaching district-approved curriculum, and collaborating with colleagues and parents. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a teaching license. The position offers a competitive salary range and benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• ND Teaching License or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Two to three years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district-approved curriculum and develops lesson plans.
• Communicates regularly with parents and evaluates pupil growth.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education

Job description

2025-2026 School Year - Elementary Physical Education Teacher JobID: 6487

Position Details

• Position Type: Licensed Educators and Specialists / Elementary
• Date Posted: 5/15/2025
• Location: Ed Clapp Elementary School
• Date Available: 08/20/2025

Job Information

Job Type: Full Time

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Schedule: Teacher's Contract

Salary Range: From $47,393 to $91,468 at 1.0 FTE*
*Salary range is subject to pending contract negotiations. The 2024-2025 salary ranges are listed for reference.

Position Purpose

To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

1. Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
2. Teaches district-approved curriculum.
3. Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning, appropriate to students' maturity and interests.
4. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subjects as specified by law and district policies.
5. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, providing individualized and small group instruction to meet students' needs.
6. Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
7. Keeps up-to-date sub notes/plans available.
8. Communicates regularly with parents outside the classroom through newsletters, notes, phone calls, and conferences.
9. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to ensure an effective learning atmosphere.
10. Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, maintains records, and prepares progress reports using district-approved software.
11. Identifies pupil needs, makes referrals, and develops strategies for individual education plans.
12. Is available to students and parents outside instructional hours for educational purposes.
13. Plans and coordinates work of paras, parents, and volunteers.
14. Creates engaging learning environments with displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student work.
15. Encourages positive classroom behavior in collaboration with the principal.
16. Participates in mandatory training as required.
17. Supervises and monitors recess for safety and positive social interactions.
18. Ensures a safe, disciplined, and effective educational environment, enforcing school policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with qualification to teach Physical Education; ND Teaching License or ability to obtain prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

Two to three years of teaching experience; demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.

Application Procedures

Apply via www.applitrack.com/fargo/onlineapp. Attach a cover letter, resume/CV, three professional references, complete transcripts, and current teaching license. No paper submissions accepted.

Application deadline is 8:00 AM CST on the listed closing date. Fargo Public Schools does not sponsor work visas. Residents of ND claiming veteran's preference must upload Form DD214 and disability status documentation if applicable.

For questions, call 701-446-1000 or email [e-mail].

The district is committed to a discrimination- and harassment-free environment in all employment and educational activities, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or other protected status.