Elementary Physical Education Teacher; LTS

Position: Elementary Physical Education Teacher (LTS)
400 Lake Street
• Ithaca, New York
• 14850

NOTICE OF ANTICIPATED VACANCY

Position Title:
Elementary Physical Education Teacher (PE) - Long Term Substitute

Brief Description: This position reports to the Building Principal and the Director of Physical Education and Health. The Physical Education Teacher will develop an exercise philosophy that strives to engage all students, support the New York State Health standards through engaging, informed, and timely instruction. ICSD supports the health education standards and the importance of health topics, physical and mental well-being.

This is a traveling position between several schools.

Teacher Expectations

• Help children develop physical abilities and healthy habits;
• Organize games and challenges that promote physical activity.
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques;
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their physical activity goals;
• Creates a positive learning experience.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures;|
• Uses multiple communication methods that are tailored to and facilitate productive conversations with students;
• Knowledge of instructional approaches for students' disabilities. Must be driven, organized, and have the ability to manage students positively
• Excellent attendance, works well with colleagues, and is a dedicated team player who is reliable.
• Applies the critical thinking skills needed to adapt instructional practices to support student physical growth;
• Always seeking new ways to teach students healthy routines and activities.
• Coaching positions are also available in the district if desired.

Location(s): Caroline, Cayuga Heights, Fall Creek Elementary Schools

Anticipated Date: 12/17/2025-6/25/2026

Posting Dates: 11/25/2025 - Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

FTE: 1

Application Requirements:

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

Proof of Certification (or pending certification)

Official Copy of transcripts: undergraduate and graduate

Three (3) Letters of Reference (highly preferred for external candidates)

MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)

The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.

MANDATORY Writing Sample
A writing sample is required for the application to be completed.
Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.

The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity.

How do you ensure success for every student?

Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals.

The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students' digital world.

Required Qualifications:

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• Valid New York State Certification in Physical Education (K-12)

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills.
• A commitment to supporting the whole child and contributing to a…