Elementary School Physical Education Teacher- Anticipated Opening

Johnston Public Schools; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston Public Schools in Johnston, Rhode Island seeks an Elementary School Physical Education Teacher for an anticipated opening. The role requires delivering PE instruction aligned with state standards and maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment.

The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, innovative teaching approaches, and the ability to use assessment data to improve student outcomes. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development and collaboration

Qualifications

• Innovative and enthusiastic about teaching.
• Hold high expectations for themselves and others.
• Demonstrate best pedagogies in teaching and learning.
• Use assessment data to improve teaching and learning.
• Have an ability to interact with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for the delivery of appropriate Physical Education instruction following prescribed state mandated PE standards.
• Deliver organized instruction sequentially following program outlines and accepted pedagogical methods and techniques as appropriate to student learning styles and abilities.
• Use methods of instruction that are welcoming, motivating and supporting.
• Create an environment that is conducive to learning.
• Utilize modern technologies and instructional and research tools.
• Attend curriculum development meetings.
• Participate in activities that promote the best interest of our students and our school.
• Engage in professional development programs to keep current with modern pedagogy.
• Maintain decorum and control of assigned students for the purposes of enhancing learning and insuring a safe and healthful environment in the classroom and throughout the school.

Skills

Innovative teaching

Enthusiasm

Pedagogical skills

Data-driven instruction

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Elementary School Physical Education Teacher- Anticipated Opening

Johnston Public Schools, Johnston Elementary School - Johnston, Rhode Island. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5977684

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER

• Prepare for the delivery of appropriate Physical Education instruction following prescribed state mandated PE standards.
• Deliver organized instruction sequentially following program outlines and accepted pedagogical methods and techniques as appropriate to student learning styles and abilities.
• Use methods of instruction that are welcoming, motivating and supporting.
• Create an environment that is conducive to learning.
• Utilize modern technologies and instructional and research tools.
• Attend curriculum development meetings.
• Participate in activities that promote the best interest of our students and our school.
• Engage in professional development programs to keep current with modern pedagogy.
• Maintain decorum and control of assigned students for the purposes of enhancing learning and insuring a safe and healthful environment in the classroom and throughout the school.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Classroom Teacher > Physical Education

Job Requirements

• The Johnston School Department employs teachers who:
  1.Are innovative and enthusiastic about the teaching profession;
  2.Hold high expectations for themselves and others;
  3.Demonstrate best pedagogies in teaching and learning;
  4.Use assessment data to improve teaching and learning; and
  5.Have an ability to interact with others.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Natasha Zito , Principal
• 24 Barnes Avenue
• Johnston, Rhode Island 02919
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]