Teacher Elementary Physical Education

Teacher Elementary Physical Education

Blue Springs Sunny Pointe Elementary - BLUE SPRINGS, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job : 5494498

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 12, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Elementary School Physical Education Teacher
Blue Springs School District

Sunny Pointe Elementary
School Year

The job of elementary school physical education teacher is to support the instructional process with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress.

• This position reports to the Building Principal.
• This position is a Full-Time, benefits-eligible position.
• The starting salary for this position is $43,500 – $93,500.
• Salary will be commensurate with Education and Full-Time teaching experience.
• Staff in their first or second year of total service as a teacher are eligible to participate in a new teacher induction stipend of $1,250 for 50 hours of approved training outside of the school day.
• Fully certified staff with more than two years of experience teaching in a Missouri Public School may be eligible to participate in the Career Ladder Program and may earn $1,500 – $5,000 for approved work outside the school day.

• Teaches district-approved curriculum.
• Plans physical education program to promote development of students' physical attributes and social skills.
• Teaches individual and team sports to students, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and of physical capabilities of students.
• Teaches individual and team sports to students, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and of physical capabilities of students.
• Instructs individuals or groups in beginning or advanced calisthenics, gymnastics, or corrective exercises, determining the type and level of difficulty of exercises, corrections needed, and prescribed movements.
• Plans, facilities, and oversees building-level physical education programming like field day.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of students’ work.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Communicates regularly with parents/guardians outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Identifies student needs and makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents/guardians, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Evaluates possible learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Conducts adaptive physical education for students with identified needs and goals. Works in collaboration with the Special Education case manager of the identified student(s) to ensure goals are properly addressed and monitored.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Administers subject-specific assessments, district, and/or state tests for the purpose of assessing student…