Teacher - STEM Elementary Physical Education

Position Type:

Teacher/Teacher - Elementary

Date Posted:

12/17/2025

Location:

Purcell Elementary

Date Available:

08/10/2026

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Purpose:

The STEM Physical Education Teacher provides students with engaging and rigorous learning experiences by placing a strong emphasis on integrating principles of physics, physiology, and mathematics into movement education. The teacher fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration through STEM-focused activities and inquiry-based physical challenges. This approach builds essential competencies, empowering students to reach their full intellectual, emotional, and physical potential while preparing them to thrive in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

* Bachelor's degree from accredited university

* Valid Texas teaching certification with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned

* Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned [Physical Education Teachers:
Current AED certificate]

Special Knowledge/Skills

* Knowledge of STEM fluency skills, Project Based Learning (PBL) and Engineering Design Process (EDP)

* Innovative in lesson design and delivery

* Contributes to a culture, climate, and environment that values collaboration

* Ability to build partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide real-world experiences

* Ability to tell the AISD stories of inspiration, success, and opportunities

* Fosters a classroom environment with high structure and positive relationships

* Demonstrate a belief that all students can achieve high levels of rigor

* Knowledge of core academic subjects

* General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

* Actively collaborate with classroom teachers to reinforce academic vocabulary in the gym

* Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

* Ability to organize and manage large groups of students in high-energy environments (indoor and outdoor)

* Comfort using (or willingness to learn) educational technology

* Ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain a positive attitude in the work environment

* Ability to use good judgment in problem-solving and decision-making

* Ability to communicate effectively

* Ability to work well with children in high-energy environments

* Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

* Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic educational environment

Experience

* One year student teaching or approved internship

* STEM education experience preferred

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

* Creates hands-on, inquiry based physical experiences that promote problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration

* Integrates math, science and technology to enhance real-world applications to the learner's experience.

* Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's physical education curriculum program and incorporate innovative lesson designs including STEM and Project Based Learning

* Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students

* Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, materials, and technology

* Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula, activities and equipment as needed

* Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals and objectives

* Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion and engagement with students

* Adjust instruction to meet the evolving demands of STEM education and physical literacy.

Student Growth and Development

* Assess and document student mastery of curriculum objectives, physical skills, health concepts, and student progress

* Analyze formal and informal assessment data, and adjust teaching strategies to meet individual student needs

* Actively seek out professional development

* Motivate students to explore the connection between a healthy lifestyle and academic performance

* Motivate students to explore and engage in utilizing STEM instructional strategies

* Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities

* Assume responsibility…