Fitness Instructor - Toledo Preparatory and Fitness Academy

Performance Academies; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

STRS participation

Job summary

Performance Academies is seeking a dedicated Fitness Instructor for Toledo Preparatory & Fitness Academy to guide K-8 and high school students in physical education with a structured, inclusive approach.

The role emphasizes discipline, safety, and student growth through diverse activities and team sports. School hours align with the academic day, with opportunities for collaboration and coaching support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Ohio teaching license.
• Successful background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging physical education lessons aligned with state standards.
• Teach sport-specific skills with emphasis on soccer, tennis, martial arts, and overall fitness.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Assess student progress and maintain records.
• Prepare students for school fitness events and competitions.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Student assessment

Education

Ohio teaching license

Job description

At Performance Academies, we do more than just teach—we educate the whole child. Our mission is to build future-ready students through a unique, high-performing blend of rigorous academics, daily structured fitness, and intentional character education.

Guided by our core values of Knowledge, Strength, and Values, we provide a safe, disciplined, and supportive environment across our K-8 and High School campuses. We are looking for passionate professionals who want to help our students develop strong minds and bodies, ready to lead with purpose.

We believe great schools are built by great teams. Teachers collaborate regularly, support one another, and are united around high expectations for students and each other.

Performance Academies is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Fitness Instructor to join our team. We look for team members who are passionate about driving academic growth and fostering an inclusive, structured, and engaging learning environment.

Position: Fitness Instructor Location: Toledo Preparatory & Fitness Academy

Why Your Work Matters Here

• Educating the Whole Child: Students participate in daily structured physical education - including martial arts, tennis, and soccer - as part of our whole-child approach to education.
• Character-Driven Culture: We teach daily lessons on respect, responsibility, and teamwork, reinforced by a structured uniform policy.
• Impact-Focused Environment: Our smaller, supportive classrooms ensure no child slips through the cracks, allowing you to truly personalize learning.
• Supportive Leadership: Our school leaders are highly visible and focused on helping teachers succeed through coaching, collaboration, and responsive support.

What You’ll Do Instruction & Student Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging physical education lessons aligned with state standards and the school's fitness curriculum.
• Teach sport-specific skills with an emphasis on soccer, tennis, martial arts, and overall physical fitness.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Assess student progress and maintain accurate records of student performance.
• Prepare students for school fitness competitions and tournaments.

Student Support & Classroom Management

• Supervise students at all times and ensure student safety.
• Implement positive behavior management strategies and school discipline policies.
• Support the needs of students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and behavior plans in collaboration with intervention staff.
• Foster an inclusive environment that encourages respect, teamwork, and healthy habits.

Program Operations

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe fitness space.
• Manage and maintain fitness equipment inventory.
• Assist with school-wide events, fitness competitions, and assigned duties such as lunch or bus supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Ohio teaching license.
• Successful completion of required state and federal background checks.

Work Schedule

• School hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Attendance at staff meetings, professional development, conferences, and school events as required.

What We Offer

We are proud to offer a total compensation package that supports the health, wellness and livelihood of our staff.

All health benefits begin day one of employment!

• Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from with significant company contribution towards premium
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Basic Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance,Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization Coverage available
• STRS participation for all school-based positions
• Multiple scheduled holiday breaks
• PTO & personal days

We offer competitive salaries and annual cost of living adjustments, as well as performance bonus potential (based on enrollment and academic performance).

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