High School PE & Health Teacher — Impact & Equity

CICS Loomis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, D.E

403b match up to 3% / 5%

Job summary

Distinctive Schools in Chicago is seeking a High School Physical Education and Health Teacher. The role starts with a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers and is Regular Full Time, starting November 2026.

This position emphasizes engaging instruction, equity, and strong family communication. Responsibilities include delivering standards-aligned lessons, ongoing assessments, and creating an inclusive classroom culture that supports all students’ growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Valid Professional Educator License with Illinois State Board of Education or enrollment in Teacher Certification within 30 days.
• Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite).
• Ability to analyze student and campus data from multiple sources.
• Travel for training and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making
• Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things
• Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making
• Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive relationships with students, families, and staff
• Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset
• Foster positive climate and culture
• Serve as a positive role model
• Implement the DS Model
• Provide opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments with frequent checks for understanding
• Deliver instruction that engages students and requires cognitive effort
• Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lessons aligned to grade-level standards
• Commit to student-centered, personalized learning and monitor progress to inform responses
• Maintain inventory of instructional materials
• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress and development
• Analyze assessments to inform instruction and adjust strategies
• Assess students daily, weekly, and at unit ends and analyze data
• Engage in coaching and mentoring to improve instructional effectiveness
• Participate in required professional development and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal
• Maintain an organized and welcoming classroom culture
• Manage procedures and routines to maximize learning
• Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues
• Communicate effectively with students and families
• Use restorative justice approaches in discipline and behavior management
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Google Suite

Cloud-based software

Job description

Distinctive Schools in Chicago is seeking a High School Physical Education and Health Teacher. The role starts with a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers and is Regular Full Time, starting November 2026.

This position emphasizes engaging instruction, equity, and strong family communication. Responsibilities include delivering standards-aligned lessons, ongoing assessments, and creating an inclusive classroom culture that supports all students’ growth and well-being.