2627 Elementary PE Teacher K4

Job Description

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools seeks a passionate physical education teacher for our elementary grade levels. The P.E./ Health teacher will lead daily P.E. instruction across multiple grade levels. P.E. instruction in kindergarten through fourth grade will supplement other core academic areas.

This is a full time position and will work closely in our existing specials department which includes P.E. and other specials classes. As a specials teacher, they would see students across multiple grade levels and be responsible for creating a positive classroom environment, implementing curriculum, assessing students, collaborating with their team, building relationships with our families, and other duties as assigned.

Full teacher responsibilities are ultimately outlined by their School Leader.

This role is available at KIPP Impact Academy rd Street)

The specials schedule is subject to change and can vary from school to school. The specials team consists of up to seven teachers for the entire school, depending on the size of the school. Each specials teacher instructs students across multiple grade levels.

Depending on the specials area subject, the teacher may travel to classrooms or have students transition to their own classroom space. Class size is typically ~26 students and typically a teacher will see a class about once per week in a given rotation.

Our current compensation and benefits structure is very competitive and is commensurate with experience.

• Our current starting salary for a first-year lead teacher is $50,000
• Access to individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)***
• Access to individual short-term and long-term disability insurance***
• 403(b) retirement program with a company match***
• To support teacher practice and their growth, all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development.

* The salary offered in the Docu Sign doesn’t include any stipends for which the candidate may be eligible. In our current year of paying out millage stipends, certified New-to-KIPP instructional staff received a historical average of $11,000 with the addition of receiving TSIA stipends. There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends.

This role will only be eligible for instructional stipends if they have their FLDOE certification.

*** This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued.

• Bachelor's Degree;
  Master's Degree preferred
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Equivalent (K-12 Physical Education/Health)
• At least one year of teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom; two or more years highly preferred.
• KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools believes that our staff will represent our core values—high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them.
• Possesses a deep commitment to both racial and educational equity for all children
• Passing a background check, as required by law

In accordance with Florida House Bill 531, this position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the screening process, education, and awareness, please visit the official website at:

• Two or more years of K-8 teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom

If applicants have questions about Florida certification, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applicants should list all details about their certification status in the application, including a Florida statement of eligibility or an out-of-state teaching certificate.

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KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.