Physical Education Teacher - Holy Family Catholic Academy - Inverness

Physical Education Teacher
- Holy Family Catholic Academy
- Inverness

Job Category: Default ARCH

Requisition Number: TEACH
003745

• Full‑Time
• On‑site

Holy Family Catholic Academy, 2515 W. Palatine Rd., Inverness, IL 60067, USA.

The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in over 150 elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private school systems in the United States, with 96 Blue‑Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education in the past decade.

Physical Education Teacher (Age 3–8th Grade). The Physical Education teacher is responsible for fostering the physical, social, and emotional development of students from preschool through 8th grade. Through age‑appropriate instruction, the PE teacher creates a safe, inclusive, and energetic learning environment that promotes lifelong health, wellness, and a love of movement. The PE teacher:

• designs and delivers engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons for students from age 3 through 8th grade;
• promotes physical fitness, sportsmanship, teamwork, and a growth mindset;
• adheres to national and state physical education curriculum standards;
• collects, maintains, and reports accurate records of student performance and fitness assessments;
• integrates Catholic values—including respect, dignity, and community—into all aspects of physical education.

• Principal (direct supervisor)
• Assistant Principal
• Classroom teachers and grade‑level teams (PreK–8th grade)
• Athletic coaches and Athletic Director
• School nurse (student health, accommodations, and safety)
• Parents and guardians

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education or Kinesiology (Master’s Degree preferred)
• Valid and current Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with Physical Education endorsement
• Experience working with early childhood and/or elementary and middle school‑age students
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices across all grade levels (PreK–8th grade)
• CPR and First Aid certification required or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Ability to plan and deliver differentiated instruction across a wide range of ages and abilities
• Ability to establish collaborative relationships with classroom teachers and grade‑level teams

• Builds positive, respectful relationships with students of all ages and abilities
• Exhibits high energy, patience, and enthusiasm for physical education and student wellness
• Demonstrates an educational philosophy consistent with the mission of Holy Family Catholic Academy
• Strong classroom management skills that promote safety and positive behavior
• Effective communicator with students, parents, teachers, and administrators
• Models a healthy, active lifestyle and a growth mindset

• teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings
• act as a role model for the religious formation of students and represent the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church in the performance of the Church’s ministry
• know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies and procedures of the Catholic school
• complete Catholic identity formation training and other required professional development from the Archdiocese of Chicago
• lead and/or participate in any and all religious instruction, ceremonies, rituals or other religious activities as directed by the principal
• communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues and the principal
• participate in any and all professional development programs required by the Archdiocese of Chicago and/or the local school/parish
• perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal
• attend required faculty and staff meetings
• cooperate with the principal and staff members in school‑related meetings, activities and projects
• maintain accurate student attendance and academic records
• maintain a safe, orderly and secure learning and working environment
• participate in the annual performance review
• maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students and general school matters
• positively represent the…