Physical Education Teacher

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4 days ago Requisition

Maharishi School is an independent preparatory school in Fairfield, Iowa, for students from Preschool through Grade 12, day and boarding. We’ve been here since 1974, and we’re accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). Our teaching approach is Consciousness-Based Education (CBE), which develops the whole student: intellectual, social and personal growth together.

We’re looking for a Physical Education Teacher to plan and teach PE across all divisions of the school. You’ll build skill, fitness and confidence in every student, from first-time players to experienced athletes.

Position

Physical Education Teacher

Status

school-year faculty position, part-time to start with ability to move into full-time

All levels:
Preschool through Grade 12

Reports to

Academic Director

Location

Fairfield, Iowa (on campus)

Plan and teach a sequenced PE curriculum for each grade, aligned with SHAPE America National Standards for K–12 Physical Education.

Teach movement skills, team and individual sports, fitness, and lifelong activities such as tennis, running and yoga.

Adapt lessons so every student can take part and progress, including students with injuries or 504 plans.

Assess skill, effort and growth, and share clear progress reports with students and families.

Teach health topics as assigned: nutrition, sleep, rest and recovery, and personal safety.

Keep students safe: supervise the gym and fields, follow emergency procedures, and keep equipment in good repair.

Manage the PE equipment inventory and budget requests.

Support the athletics program, which may include coaching a team or assisting with events.

Take part in faculty meetings, professional development, parent conferences and all-school events.

Support the school’s daily schedule, including supervision duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree, ideally in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science or a related field.

Experience teaching or coaching school-age students.

Ability to demonstrate physical skills and supervise active classes indoors and outdoors.

Experience with adaptive PE or students with diverse learning needs.

Current CPR, AED and First Aid certification. We will provide this training after hire if needed.

You can run a tight, energetic class and still keep it fun.

You notice the student hanging back at the edge of the gym, and you find a way in for them.

You care as much about how a student handles losing as how they play to win.

You like knowing every student by name. With an average class of 12, you will.

You see physical fitness and a calm, focused mind as two parts of the same goal.

You work well with colleagues and families, and you’re glad to pitch in on the things that make a small school run.

Equal Opportunity Policy:
Maharishi School’s educational programs, faculty and staff positions, and benefits are open to all people, without distinction as to race, color, national origin, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, or creed.