Physical Education Teacher at ICEF Public Schools Los Angeles, CA

Position Overview

Physical Education Teacher – Los Angeles,CA. Reports to Principal. Exempt position with 10‑month pay cycle. Salary starting at $68,000, commensurate with experience.

Full‑time employees receive medical, life insurance, dental and vision plans, and retirement programs.

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging Physical Education lessons aligned to California State Standards.
• Teach skills, knowledge and attitudes for lifelong physical activity and healthy living.
• Design and implement units covering individual sports, team sports, fitness and movement skills.
• Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, including ELLs and students with IEPs or 504 plans.
• Integrate social‑emotional learning to foster teamwork, sportsmanship and self‑regulation.
• Maintain a safe and organized learning environment in the gym, field and outdoor spaces.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students and model ICEF’s RECIPE philosophy.
• Implement Positive Behavior Intervention and Support practices.
• Collaborate with the Dean and school counselor to support behavioral and social‑emotional needs.
• Communicate regularly with families about progress and wellness.
• Support school‑wide culture initiatives, including pep rallies, athletic events and extracurricular programming.
• Assess student fitness and skill development using diverse tools; maintain accurate records.
• Use data to inform instructional decisions and set goals.
• Participate in data analysis cycles and collaborative planning with grade‑level and content‑area teams.
• Attend professional development, staff meetings, school events and parent information nights as required.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support a cohesive, high‑performing school culture.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in safe condition; report hazards promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Possibly work beyond school hours for events, Saturday school or other duties.

• Stand, walk, run, demonstrate activities, and supervise outdoors.
• Communicate clearly with students and staff.
• Lift, move or carry equipment up to 50lbs.
• Demonstrate sports and movement activities and monitor large groups.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology or related field.
• Valid California Single‑Subject Teaching Credential in Physical Education.
• Current First Aid and CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain).
• Strong record of fostering student engagement, physical development and healthy habits.
• Knowledge of California State Standards and Fitness Gram assessment.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion in all settings.
• Excellent classroom management, communication and organization skills.
• Proficiency with Google‑based applications.
• Tuberculosis (TB) clearance.
• Background check clearance.
• Commitment to educational equity and ICEF’s mission.

• At least 2 years teaching physical education in a public or charter school.
• Experience coaching youth athletics or extracurricular sports programs.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Master’s Degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology or related field.

ICEF Public Schools is an equal‑opportunity employer to all employees and applicants for employment, including all protected classes, such as age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, drug use, religion, sexual orientation, status as a veteran or national‑military employee, and many others. Employers may not, and are not permitted to, discriminate in any job aspect, including hiring, pay, layoffs, guaranteed benefits, training or promotion.