Elementary Physical Education Teacher 2026-2027

Riverview Gardens School District; Moline Acres (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Gardens School District is seeking an elementary school physical education teacher to join our team. The role reports to the building principal and involves planning, delivering, and evaluating physical education activities aligned with the curriculum.

The position emphasizes creating a positive learning environment, using varied instructional strategies, and communicating student progress to parents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Missouri teaching certificate for elementary school physical education.
• Background check clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Report to the building principal.
• Plan daily and long-range classroom or program activities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum and subject matter.
• Use effective teaching techniques and strategies during lessons.
• Evaluate student progress and communicate needs to parents.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Address individual differences and learning styles.
• Collaborate with staff to support student success.
• Follow district policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Missouri teaching certificate

Background check clearance

Job description

Get To Know Us

Riverview Gardens School District scholars, educators and parents continue to strive to be a community of dynamic learners and leaders with a commitment to demonstrating social and civic responsibility. RGSD is committed to supporting the academic, social and emotional needs of all scholars by offering a wide range of learning opportunities, extra-curricular activities, resources and specialized programs.

Get To Know Us

Riverview Gardens School District scholars, educators and parents continue to strive to be a community of dynamic learners and leaders with a commitment to demonstrating social and civic responsibility. RGSD is committed to supporting the academic, social and emotional needs of all scholars by offering a wide range of learning opportunities, extra-curricular activities, resources and specialized programs. RGSD is home to 12 schools, which serve approximately 5,300 students. Committed to providing excellent programs from early childhood education through high school.

Culture

RGSD is dedicated to regaining full accreditation under the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Riverview Gardens is currently working in collaboration with educational institutions and community partners to support the needs of children. Interested candidates should have a heart for educating and a willingness to collaborate to help achieve and maintain educational excellence. Ideal candidates are willing to advocate for scholars and educational equity. Join our Ramily! There is a new view on the horizon and learning is required!

https://www.rgsd mo.org

SUMMARY

Reports directly to the building principal. Supervise areas of specific responsibilities as they relate to the classroom or program setting.

• Conduct daily and long-range planning for classroom or program activities.
• Display knowledge of the curriculum and subject matter.
• Use effective teaching techniques, strategies, and skills during lessons.
• Evaluate student progress.
• Manage student behavior.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Provide for individual differences and learning styles.
• Demonstrate a positive working relationship with the students.
• Communicate student progress and needs to parents.
• Engage in positive interpersonal relationships with members of the school staff.
• Follow policies, regulations, and procedures of the school district.
• Assume responsibilities outside the classroom.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

Qualifications

To perform this job successful, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties listed above. The requirements listed below are represented of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree
• A current Missouri teaching certificate substantiating completion of eligibility requirements for elementary school physical education
• Successful completion of a background check by Human Resources

Physical Demands

• Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
• Exerts 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
• Prolonged periods of working on a computer.
• Sufficient vision to read printed material, see distant objects with clarity, and identify and distinguish objects.
• Sufficient hearing to hear conversations in person and on the telephone, and hear sounds clearly up to 20 feet.
• Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone, and in addressing groups.
• Requires occasional or frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching for extended periods of time.
• The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and is generally a hazard free environment.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.

Terms Of Employment

Year: 10 Month
Salary: Teacher Range on the District Teacher Salary Schedule