Physical Education Teacher (K-8th)

Erie 1 BOCES; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie 1 BOCES in Buffalo is seeking a K-8 Physical Education Teacher to design and deliver standards-aligned lessons that develop motor skills, spatial awareness, and teamwork across elementary and middle school. You will foster a safe, active environment and support healthy lifestyle habits for academic success.

The role emphasizes inclusive instruction, collaboration with grade teams and families, and ongoing professional growth, including CPR/First Aid certification and PE technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or related field.
• Valid state teaching credential for Physical Education (K-8 or K-12).
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification required.
• Experience with elementary/middle school PE preferred.
• Background check and district compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver standards-based K-8 PE lessons.
• Assess motor skills, participation, and fitness progression.
• Maintain safe gym and outdoor environments with proper supervision.
• Collaborate with grade teams and families to promote wellness.
• Pursue ongoing professional development in PE pedagogy.

Skills

LMS proficiency

EdTech integration

Data & grading

Google Workspace / MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education

Teaching credential in Physical Education (K-8 or K-12)

First Aid & CPR/AED certification

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Google Classroom

Canvas

Seesaw

PowerSchool / Infinite Campus

Google Workspace

Job description

Position Summary The K-8 Physical Education Teacher is responsible for fostering a lifelong appreciation for physical activity, health, movement, and wellness in a dynamic and inclusive environment. This educator will design and deliver age-appropriate, standards-aligned lessons that develop fundamental motor skills, spatial awareness, sportsmanship, and physical fitness across elementary and middle school grade levels. By creating a safe, active, and supportive gymnasium and outdoor environment, the teacher will inspire students to build confidence, teamwork, and healthy lifestyle habits that support academic success and overall well-being.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Instruction & Curriculum: Plan, prepare, and execute energetic, standards-based daily lessons (e.g., SHAPE America/State PE Standards) tailored to the developmental stages of K-8 students. Utilize a variety of instructional strategies-such as cooperative movement games, skill-building drills, fitness challenges, and modified team sports-to ensure high levels of physical activity and engagement.
• Assessment & Differentiation: Design and administer age-appropriate formative and summative assessments, evaluating motor skill development, sportsmanship, participation, and fitness progression. Utilize data to differentiate instruction for varying physical abilities, motor skill levels, and developmental milestones.
• Safety & Environment Management: Establish and maintain a safe, highly structured gym, playground, and athletic environment. Enforce safety rules for equipment use, supervise active play, maintain athletic equipment inventory, and apply proper first aid and risk management protocols.
• Collaboration & Communication: Actively collaborate with grade-level teams, special education staff, and school administration to integrate movement into the broader school curriculum and support school-wide wellness initiatives (e.g., Field Day, brain breaks, walk-a-thons). Maintain open, proactive communication with families regarding physical health, participation, and wellness strategies.
• Professional Growth: Consistently participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with physical education pedagogy, adapted PE strategies, childhood fitness trends, and school safety/CPR certifications.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Certification: Valid state teaching credential/license in Physical Education (Grades K-8 or K-12). First Aid and CPR/AED certification required.
• Experience: Prior student teaching or professional classroom/gymnasium experience at the elementary or middle school level is highly desirable.
• Background: Clean background check and compliance with all state/district employment requirements.

Technical & Equipment Skills

• Learning Management Systems (LMS): Proficiency with platforms like Google Classroom, Canvas, or Seesaw to share movement goals and communicate with families.
• EdTech & PE Technology: Ability to integrate digital wellness tools, heart rate monitors, fitness tracking apps, or movement-based video software into PE units.
• Data & Grading: Competency in using digital gradebooks and student information systems (e.g., PowerSchool, Infinite Campus) to track attendance, skill assessments, and fitness metrics.
• Productivity Suites: Working knowledge of Google Workspace or Microsoft Office for lesson planning, scheduling, and curriculum mapping.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Gymnasium & Outdoor Management: Proven ability to manage large classes of energetic students across diverse age groups (K-8) in both indoor gymnasiums and outdoor field spaces.
• Differentiated Movement Instruction: Skill in adapting equipment, rules, and movement tasks to accommodate students with IEPs/504 plans, English Language Learners (ELL), motor delays, or adaptive PE needs.
• Social-Emotional & Sportsmanship Coaching: Ability to teach conflict resolution, personal responsibility, fair play, emotional regulation, and teamwork through structured games and physical challenges.
• Communication & Safety Culture: Strong communication skills with a firm commitment to student safety, active supervision, and building positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• Cultural Competency: Sensitivity and responsiveness to diverse student backgrounds, ensuring a non-intimidating, inclusive movement culture where every student feels empowered to participate.

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Salary: From : 38000.00

Salary: To : 43000.00

Appointment Status : Permanent

Position Status : Full time

Contact Person's Name : Denise Alexander

Contact Person's Title : Chief Operating Officer

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