PE Teacher #ESC2036

COA Network Inc; Steger (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

COA Network Inc is seeking an Elementary Physical Education Teacher to provide engaging PE instruction for elementary students, emphasizing fitness, health, movement, and teamwork. The role focuses on developing physical skills, coordination, and positive social growth within a supportive classroom setting.

The teacher will adapt lessons for individual students, maintain safety, track progress, and collaborate with families and school staff to promote well-being and active participation in

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois PEL required.
• Physical Education endorsement required.
• Elementary PE certification is specifically required.

Responsibilities

• Teach physical education, fitness, health, rhythms/dance, and individual/team sports.
• Adapt instruction for individual students and small groups.
• Demonstrate sports skills, movement strategies, and physical activities.
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Monitor student progress and physical skill development.
• Communicate with parents, counselors, and other school staff.
• Maintain PE equipment, inventory, and safety standards.
• Participate in curriculum development, faculty committees, school activities, and events.

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Physical Education endorsement

Elementary PE certification

Job description

• Position: Elementary Physical Education Teacher
• Start Date: August 24, 2026
• End Date: June 5, 2027
• Schedule: 35 hours/week
• Position Type: Contract

• Position: Elementary Physical Education Teacher
• Start Date: August 24, 2026
• End Date: June 5, 2027
• Schedule: 35 hours/week
• Position Type: Contract

Must-Have Qualification

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Physical Education endorsement
• Elementary PE certification is specifically required

Role Summary

The PE Teacher will provide physical education instruction to elementary students, focusing on physical fitness, health, movement, sports, coordination, teamwork, and positive social and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach physical education, fitness, health, rhythms/dance, and individual/team sports.
• Adapt instruction for individual students and small groups.
• Demonstrate sports skills, movement strategies, and physical activities.
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Monitor student progress and physical skill development.
• Communicate with parents, counselors, and other school staff.
• Maintain PE equipment, inventory, and safety standards.
• Participate in curriculum development, faculty committees, school activities, and events.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically demanding elementary PE role. The teacher must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb/balance, and regularly lift or move up to 50 lbs, frequently up to 100 lbs, and occasionally more than 100 lbs.

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