PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER*

Miami-Dade County Public Schools; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 53,159; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Miami is seeking a dedicated Physical Education Teacher to facilitate instruction for students at various ability levels. The role involves creating a positive learning environment, implementing fitness programs, and maintaining effective classroom management. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong instructional skills, a commitment to fostering student engagement, and compliance with state certification requirements. This full-time position offers a starting salary of $53,159 and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Ability to instruct elementary or secondary students in physical education.
• Familiarity with the latest training and conditioning principles.
• Experience in creating safe and engaging learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate various physical activities.
• Create and implement a physical fitness program.
• Maintain attendance and grades according to school policy.
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development.

Skills

Instruction of physical activities

Classroom management

Designing fitness programs

Cultural awareness

Education

Certification as Physical Education Teacher

Job description

Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Miami, Florida

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER*

Job Details

Job ID: 5478933

Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 5:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Dec 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS), an A-rated district, is the nation’s third largest school system with nearly 500 schools and a diverse enrollment of more than 335,500 students from over 160 countries. Our ongoing tradition of groundbreaking achievement has earned top recognition at the national and international levels and makes M-DCPS your best choice.

BASIC OBJECTIVES This is a professional position responsible for the instruction of elementary or secondary school students at various ability levels in one or more of the appropriate courses offered through the physical education subject area.

JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Demonstrates skills necessary to perform a variety of physical activities.
2. Creates a positive and safe environment for learning.
3. Designs a physical fitness program in accordance with the latest principles of training and conditioning.
4. Knows the latest rules, strategies and appropriate behaviors for selected physical activities.
5. Maintains attendance and grades as required by school and Dade County Public School Board policy.
6. Maintains classroom management through verbal and non-verbal techniques.
7. Develops interest and skills that will encourage future participation in physical activities.
8. Uses effective instructional planning which should be evident in the teacher's lesson plans.
9. Develops awareness, appreciation and respect for persons of diverse ethnic and multi-cultural backgrounds.
10. Selects appropriate curriculum materials which are suitable for various abilities and grade levels.
11. Participates in faculty meetings, professional meetings and inservice workshops.
12. Performs related work as required or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is medium work which requires the following physical activities: climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The worker is exposed to noise and the work is performed indoors and outdoors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

As required by the State Statutes

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

To create your candidate profile, you will need to gather the following:

• Personal information
• Current resume and work history
• Certification information
  • For certification information, please visit M-DCPS - Instructional Certification
• Official SEALED transcripts must be submitted to M-DCPS via one of the following:
  • U.S. Mail addressed to:

    Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Transcript Desk,

    1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 150

    Miami, FL 33132

  • Electronic Mail to: [e-mail]
    • You must use National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or eScrip-Safe to request an electronic transcript via email. Please note that not all colleges/universities participate in the electronic transcript exchange.
• Two professional references:
  • Uploaded References must be on a letterhead OR on the District’s Reference Form (Printing T:\FORMS\3000\3506.FRP (dadeschools.net), have an original signature, and be dated within the last year from current or past supervisors or college professors.
• Background Screening for the Selected Candidate (External Candidate):

  Please click on the link below for information on M-DCPS Employment Standard, Drug Testing and Fingerprinting requirements in order to be hired as an employee.

  M-DPCS - Personnel Services and Fingerprinting

  Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.

  This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025), effective 1-1-2026.

  https://info.flclearinghouse.com

• Starting Teacher Salary: $53,159.00*

  (includes 6% Referendum Retirement Accruing Supplement of $3,009)

  New hires may be eligible to receive credit for verified years of experience, which can enhance their starting salary.

  For more details, please refer to theNewly Hired/Teachers Salary Schedule - Click Here

  Please visit S salary Inquiry Request for more information. Click here

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Physical Education