Physical Education Teacher - Primary

basised; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical and dental insurance

401k with partial match

PTO

Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare discount)

Job summary

BASIS Baton Rouge Materra Campus is looking for a Primary Physical Education Teacher for the 2026/27 school year. This role focuses on engaging students in core physical education classes, developing lifelong habits of fitness and wellness.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including employer-paid medical insurance and 401k options.

Qualifications

• A valid fingerprint clearance and/or satisfactory applicable state background check.
• 2+ years teaching/education experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade specific lesson plans.
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement and respect.
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in subject matter

Master’s degree in subject matter or education

Job description

BASIS Baton Rouge Materra Campus is seeking qualified candidates for a Primary Physical Education Teacher to join our team for the 2026/27 school year!

Visit https://enrollbasis.com/baton-rouge-materra/ to learn more about us!

The PE Teacher will engage students in core physical education classes. This role is vital in helping students develop lifelong habits of health, fitness, and wellness through structured physical activity and positive competition.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter (or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with other degree)
• A valid fingerprint clearance and/or satisfactory applicable state background check.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter or education
• 2+ years teaching/education experience

Essential Functions

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade specific lesson plans
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students' education is internationally competitive
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to further develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like-minded professionals passionate about education
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students' academic and career success
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students
• Support the execution of non-instructional functions, such as “Early Bird,” “Late Bird,” and lunch
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students

About BASIS Ed

BASIS Charter Schools embrace subject expertise and passion in the classroom! Our teachers are part of one of the nation’s most collaborative and professional learning communities. All of our schools use the acclaimed BASIS Charter School Curriculum. At the same time, our teachers are given the autonomy and academic freedom to teach in the manner that suits them. They choose how best to create dynamic lessons that foster student enthusiasm for new ideas and high-level learning. They help guide students to reach their greatest potential while preparing them for the demands of higher education, a rewarding career, and global citizenship. BASIS Charter School teachers spend their time teaching engaged students and teaming up with fellow educators – creating an intellectual, inspiring, supportive, and Collegial school community.

Benefits and Salary

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS’ non‑discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, (480) 289‑2088.

*As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.