Teacher - STEM Elementary Physical Education

Teacher - STEM Elementary Physical Education

• Position Type:
  Teacher/ Teacher - Elementary
• Date Posted: 12/16/2025
• Date Available:
  
  08/10/2026

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.

• 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]

• 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

• One year student teaching or approved internship
• STEM education experience preferred

• 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.

• 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 for organizing campus‑wide events, such as Field Day, Kids Heart Challenge, etc.
• Be a positive…