Physical Education Teacher - Lower School

Physical Education Teacher - Lower School

Physical Education Teacher for Lower School at Virginia Academy, a community church‑affiliated school in Loudoun County.

This position reports to the Elementary School Principal and will be part of the 2026/2027 school year schedule.

Starting pay commensurate with experience.

• Understand and uphold the mission, vision, and values of Community Church.
• Know and uphold all policies and procedures – employee, parent/student, crisis management, etc.
• Model Christ‑like character, God‑dependency, and church attendance/participation for students and parents.
• Provide proactive care/supervision of students; refer them to the school nurse for medical and/or first aid needs.
• Daily provide a neat, welcoming, well‑prepared and managed environment for learning consistent with the school’s mission, values, objectives, policies, and procedures of best practice.
• Plan for and deliver well‐thought‑out lessons that connect to all learners; promoting deep thinking, concept mastery and a Biblical worldview.
• Incorporate a variety of teaching aids (manipulatives, visuals and technology), formative and summative assessments, project‑based assignments, and outside the classroom learning opportunities as part of the learning process.
• Provide a workable classroom schedule that promotes optimum student engagement and facilitation of the curriculum.
• Provide prompt grading and feedback on assignments and assessments for students and parents throughout the learning process/school year.
• Build relationships with students & parents which transcends the classroom and shows genuine care and concern.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff members to ensure each student’s needs are met as needed.
• Attend orientation, all monthly faculty meetings, and weekly divisional meetings for continued development, communication, and problem solving.
• Attend school and student events as required and/or possible.
• Perform other related responsibilities as directed by your divisional supervisor including but not limited to lunch, homeroom, dismissal, etc.
• Provide a class syllabus and unit lesson plans as requested by divisional supervisor.
• Keep accurate daily classroom attendance.
• Proactively and professionally provide regular and necessary communication with parents regarding student performance, behavior, and overall progress; answering incoming emails and phone calls with a timely, professional response.
• Effectively make use of the school data system (FACTS) for parents and students to further engage in the learning process; providing timely and consistent reporting, grading/scoring of all assignments, assessments, labs, projects, conduct, etc.
• Meet with parents for feedback, concern resolution, and student course correction as needed and/or scheduled.
• Organize, decorate, and maintain the learning environment prior to the beginning of school and throughout the year.
• Prepare for and attend Back to School Night, Summer Bash, and 6th Grade Orientation (when applicable).
• Assist with the evaluation process for curriculum and text materials.
• Administer yearly Standardized tests.
• Provide formal quarterly reports (report cards) for students’ academic and behavioral progress.
• Manage and/or assist with the end of year pack up and storage of classroom/school supplies, rooms, etc.
• Plan and communicate needed and desired field trips.
• Set and meet yearly goals demonstrating personal and professional growth; achieving the required total of yearly continuing education credits.
• Attend new teacher orientation, staff orientation and other in‑house training sessions.
• Prescribe all action plans for future growth as prescribed by the principal through informal and formal performance reviews/observations.
• Submit purchase requests for needed supplies.
• Submit reimbursement requests for approved purchases as needed.
• Receive and relay payments for text replacements, special field trips, and activities as needed.

Education required:

4‑year degree in content area; active church member.

Desired education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s in subject area;
State Certification; 2 years teaching experience in subject area; CPR/First Aid and/or MAT Certified.

Experience required:
Passion for teaching; ability to work well with children/youth; well‑rounded knowledge of the education process and subject matter.

Desired experience:
Experience as a lead teacher; experience in a church‑run school; proficiency in G‑suite (Gmail, Docs, Slides, Sheets, Classroom, etc.).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position and should not be considered a contract of employment. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.