E Teacher - Elementary School

Position: 2026-2027 P.E TEACHER - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary PE Teacher (PreK-1st Grade)

Spero Elementary | Santa Fe South Charter Schools Oklahoma City, OK | 190-196 Day Contract (196 days for new teachers; 190 days for returning teachers)
About Spero Elementary

Spero Elementary is one of Santa Fe South's established, high-performing elementary campuses, known for its strong culture, high expectations, and unwavering commitment to student growth. Spero is a place where excellence is the norm, collaboration is intentional, and professional learning is taken seriously. Spero Elementary was recently ranked the #1 Charter Elementary School in Oklahoma by U.S. News & World Report.

Serving PreK-1st grade learners, Spero Lower Elementary is a joyful, student-centered early childhood campus grounded in whole-child development and strong foundations in literacy and numeracy. The campus believes that positive school culture, consistent routines, and meaningful relationships lay the groundwork for long-term academic success. Team members collaborate closely to support students academically, socially, and emotionally during these critical early years.
Position Overview

The Elementary PE Coach at Spero Elementary plays a vital role in supporting students' physical development, social-emotional growth, and overall school culture. This position serves PreK-1st grade students through high-quality physical education instruction while helping foster a positive, structured, and joyful learning environment across the campus.

In addition to PE instruction, the PE Coach is an active member of the school community, supporting school wide culture initiatives and participating in Spero's early intervention block. During intervention time, the PE Coach may work with a small group of students to practice targeted reading or math skills. Other duties could include supervising personalized learning or teaching science/social studies. Training and instructional support will be provided.

This role is ideal for an educator who loves working with young children, believes in movement as a tool for learning, and thrives in a highly collaborative school environment.
Key Responsibilities

Physical Education Instruction

• Write lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate PE lessons for PreK-1st grade students aligned to state standards and SFS expectations
• Deliver lesson plans, enforcing learning expectations established by the school
• Promote physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, and safe movement through engaging, structured lessons
• Teach and reinforce routines, expectations, and positive behavior during PE
• Ensure student safety during all physical activities and transitions
• Utilize classroom management strategies to keep all students on task and engaged
• Plan and execute the school's annual Super Kids Day in the spring, leading a committee of staff members and including parent volunteers

School Culture & Community

• Serve as a visible, positive presence on campus, building strong relationships with students and staff
• Actively contribute to school wide culture systems, celebrations, and student incentives
• Reinforce Spero's values and behavior expectations throughout the school day
• Support arrival, dismissal, transitions, and other shared campus responsibilities as needed

Early Intervention Support

• Participate in the school wide early intervention block by working with a small group of students
• Support students in practicing targeted foundational reading or math skills
• Implement intervention plans with fidelity using provided materials and training
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, instructional staff, and leaders to support student growth

Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, interventionists, and school leadership
• Participate in professional development, coaching, and training provided by SFS
• Maintain clear communication with colleagues and administrators
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and openness to feedback

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young children (PreK-1st grade)
• Experience teaching physical education and/or working with elementary-aged students preferred
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
• Willingness to support academic intervention with training and coaching
• Commitment to Santa Fe South's mission and students
• Bachelor's degree
• Oklahoma certification preferred but not required depending on background and experience

Why Join Santa Fe South & Spero Elementary?

• Supportive, collaborative campus culture focused on early childhood success
• Strong instructional coaching and professional development structures
• Opportunity to impact students both physically and academically
• Mission-driven work serving students and families in south Oklahoma City
• A school community that values joy, relationships, and growth