High School Physical Education​/Health Teacher

Position: High School Physical Education/Health Teacher

Location: St. Louis, MO

Job : 228

# of Openings: 1

High School Physical Education Teacher

Location: St. Louis, MO 63118

Department: Schools / Academics

Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal

Classification: Full-Time / Exempt

Kairos Academies is a forward-thinking public charter school network in St. Louis reimagining education for the 21st century. Our mission is to cultivate an integrated community of self-directed learners, leaders, and citizens. Recognized nationally for innovation and excellence, Kairos replaces traditional lectures with personalized, project-based learning and emphasizes executive-function coaching to help students take ownership of their education and their lives.

Kairos serves a diverse, vibrant community in South St. Louis, united by the belief that every learner deserves agency, belonging, and opportunity.

At Kairos, we invest in teachers first. Our Teacher First Compensation (TFC) model provides transparent, performance-based pay that rewards professional growth, collaboration, and classroom impact—not tenure.

Annual Salary Range (2025–2026):

• Professional: $60,000
• Advanced: $70,000
• Exemplary: $80,000
• + $3,000 Signing Bonus

Salary bands are determined through Kairos’
TFC performance framework and are reviewed annually through individualized growth and feedback cycles.

The Physical Education Teacher plays a pivotal role in helping all students build the confidence, character, and self-direction needed for lifelong success. This teacher leads engaging instruction across Physical Education, Health and Wellness, and Personal Finance
, aligned with Kairos’ mission to develop self-directed learners, leaders, and citizens.

Through strong relationships, data-informed instruction, and coaching-based mentorship, Kairos teachers empower students to take ownership of their growth.

At Kairos, we hire for mindset as much as skill. Our most successful teachers are reflective, adaptable, and deeply committed to continuous learning.

The ideal teacher models Love, Excellence, Agency, and Diversity in every interaction—holding high expectations while fostering belonging, curiosity, and joy.

• Deliver high-quality, standards-aligned lessons that promote engagement, teamwork, and healthy habits.
• Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs and ensure equitable outcomes for all students.
• Regularly analyze data to inform instruction and provide personalized supports.
• Offer timely, actionable feedback that drives both academic and personal growth.
• Maintain organized records of student progress and participation.

• Build authentic, trusting relationships that nurture motivation and persistence.
• Serve as a Mentor for a small pod of students—holding 1:1 check-ins, setting goals, and teaching self-management skills.
• Communicate proactively with families about progress, goals, and celebrations.
• Model self-awareness, resilience, and accountability as part of daily practice.

• Partner with colleagues to plan and refine instruction through data and peer feedback.
• Engage in coaching cycles, professional learning communities (PLCs), and reflection meetings.
• Pursue continuous growth aligned with Kairos’ priorities and your own development goals.
• Contribute to a positive, solutions-oriented team culture grounded in Kairos’ values.

• Contribute to school wide culture and belonging through community events, celebrations, and restorative practices.
• Support the implementation of social-emotional learning (SEL) and positive behavior frameworks.
• Take on leadership or project-based responsibilities as needed (e.g., Grade-Level Lead, Wellness Coordinator).

• Academic & Skill Growth: 70%+ of students meet or exceed growth targets on performance benchmarks.
• Culture & Belonging: 85%+ of students report feeling known, supported, and challenged.
• Persistence & Attendance: 90%+ persistence and 85%+ daily attendance in class cohort.
• Family Partnership: 85%+…