TEACHER-PHYSICAL EDUCATION ELEMENTARY

Broward County Public Schools; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools' Heron Heights Elementary in Fort Lauderdale, FL invites applications for a Teacher-Physical Education (Elementary). The role focuses on fostering a positive, active classroom environment and delivering standards-aligned PE instruction to elementary students.

The candidate will implement assessments, differentiate instruction, collaborate with staff, and engage families while upholding district policies and Florida certification requirements.

Qualifications

• Appropriate State of Florida certification.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: use aligned assessment strategies to measure learner progress.
• Communication: effectively communicate with students, parents, and stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: engage in professional quality improvement for self and school.
• Critical Thinking: promote analysis and problem-solving in learners.
• Diversity: reflect diverse backgrounds in instruction.
• Ethics and Regulations: adhere to ethics and district policies.
• Learning Environments: maintain a positive, engaging classroom atmosphere.
• Planning: plan and evaluate instruction and assessment.

Skills

Florida Certification

Computer Skills

Job description

Broward County Public Schools HERON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY - Fort Lauderdale, Florida Open in Google Maps

TEACHER-PHYSICAL EDUCATION ELEMENTARY

Broward County Public Schools HERON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY - Fort Lauderdale, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5926856
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION GOAL

To create and maintain a classroom atmosphere that generates high expectations and enthusiasm for learning by infusing critical thinking skills, application skills, interpersonal skills, and technology into an aligned curriculum and assessment process, resulting in measurable student achievement gains for all students in order to meet district and state standards.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Teacher shall carry out the performance responsibilities listed below:

• Assessment
  Use assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) which are aligned with the curriculum and standards to assist in the continuous development of the learner.
• Communication
  Use effective communication techniques with students, parents, and all other stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement
  Engage in planned continuous professional quality improvement for self and school.
• Critical Thinking
  Use appropriate techniques and strategies which promote and enhance critical, creative, and evaluate thinking capabilities of students.
• Diversity
  Use appropriate instructional strategies and materials that reflect each student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.
• Ethics and Regulations
  Fulfill the terms of any affected written contract and adhere to code of ethics and principles of professional conduct of the education profession in Florida and assist in the enforcement of all federal, state and district board regulations.
• Human Development and Learning
  Use an understanding of learning and human development to provide a positive learning environment which supports the intellectual, personal, and social development of all students.
• Knowledge Subject Matter
  Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
• Learning Environments
  Establish a classroom management system that maintains appropriate discipline and creates a positive learning environment in which students are actively engaged in learning, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation.
• Planning
  Plan, align, implement, and evaluate effective instruction and assessment in a variety of learning environments.
• Role of the Teacher
  Work with peers, parents, community, and other stakeholders in the continuous improvement of the educational experiences of students.
• Technology
  Integrate appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes.
• ESOL Requirement
  Complete the training and obtain the endorsement outlined in state board of education rules and/or guidelines if assigned Limited English Proficient (LEP) students.
• Record Keeping
  Keep school records and prepare and submit such reports as may be required by law, by regulations of the State Board or School District.
• Property
  Account for all other school property (keys, records, reports, personal computers, etc.) To the principal of the school or to the superintendent as may be prescribed by regulations of the state board and of The School Board of Broward County.
• Additional Responsibilities
  Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Appropriate State of Florida certification.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bilingual skills preferred.

LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION

To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 andsearch by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: JJ-010

LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Physical Education

Contact Information

• Talent Management
• 600 SE 3rd Ave
• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301-3125
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]