2025-2026 Elementary Physical Education Teacher

Millbrae Elementary School District is looking for a Physical Education teacher who cultivates students' physical literacy and well-being. They design and lead activities that develop fundamental motor skills, promote fitness, and instill healthy habits. They create a safe, inclusive environment where students of varying abilities can learn and enjoy physical activity, fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and a lifelong appreciation for movement.

Millbrae School District

Physical Education Teacher

SUMMARY

Under supervision of the Principal, provide a planned instructional program in Physical Education subject specialty following curriculum specified by district regulations. Provide learning experiences to encourage maximum student growth using appropriate materials. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and other staff development to maintain professional competence. Promote a classroom environment that is conducive to student growth and responsibility.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and/or group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds.
• Provide instruction to students with special needs in accordance with IEP, using support services as appropriate, and participate in IEP meetings as appropriate.
• Develop and teach skills and knowledge in one or more courses or grade levels, using Physical Education courses of study adopted by the Board of Trustees.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study specified by state law, board policy, and administrative procedures of the school district.
• Maintain proper control and discipline in a positive manner by establishing good rapport between students and others involved in the learning processes and in accordance with district policy and procedure.
• Evaluate pupil progress, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports, and effectively communicate student progress in Physical Education with pupils, administrators and parents.
• Perform basic attendance accounting/reporting duties as directed by district policy.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in professional growth activities as related to Physical Education, Health standards, Child Development and District mandated activities.
• Develop and communicate Physical Education curricular and instructional plans and objectives to students and parents including course descriptions, performance expectations and other pertinent information to allow parental monitoring.
• Serve on educational committees.
• Control the physical environment of the classroom or learning facility, including the neatness, order, ventilation, temperature, lighting, care of furniture, books, supplies, apparatus, and other equipment in the room.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of

• Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction.
• Curriculum expectations for subject being taught.
• Classroom procedures which promote appropriate student conduct and motivation for student learning.
• Child guidance principles and practices.
• Principles of training and providing work direction.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
• Current trends and research concerning the growth, development, physical fitness and health guidelines for children.
• Applicable state advisory documents, the State Framework in all subjects taught and district Curriculum Standards appropriate to their teaching assignment.
• Mandated physical fitness testing.
• Physical Education standards, Health standards, and regulations governing programs at the elementary schools in California

Ability to

• Adapt plans to meet different needs for learning.
• Create an instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth in alignment with Physical Education standards.
• Display the use of good judgment in making decisions.
• Maintain professional relationships with pupils, P.E. paraprofessionals, parents, colleagues, and supervising staff members.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable curriculum and school instruction related regulations as related to Physical Education and appropriate courses.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Communicate student progress with parents.
• Work with support staff.
• Establish effective rapport with pupils.
• Motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary education, in accordance with each pupil's ability.
• Create a positive group environment.
• Understand and be sensitive to, and have respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrate subject matter competence for each core subject taught per NCLB Act requirements.
• Provide training to Paraprofessional Educator – Physical Education as needed to perform their work related requirements.
• Provide coaching and monitoring of the implementation of an elementary P.E. program.
• Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education

• Baccalaureate Degree
• Valid California PE teaching credential or authorization.
• NCLB compliance.

Experience

• Five or more years experience is desired
• Physical Education experience required

Licenses/Certificates

• First Aid is required
• CPR is required
• Valid California Single Subject PE Credential and or P.E. authorization
• CLAD is required

 

Welcome to Millbrae Elementary School District! Thank you for your interest in joining the MESD family. We are proud that our vision and guiding principles allow us to attract and retain talented staff. With outstanding support coupled with a positive and safe learning environment, WE ACHIEVE THE EXTRAORDINARY! The city of Millbrae is a small suburban community situated in northern San Mateo County overlooking the San Francisco International Airport. Our students are a wonderful reflection of our city and its support for education. MESD is a TK-8 district, operating five neighborhood schools: Green Hills Elementary, Lomita Park Elementary, Meadows Elementary, Spring Valley Elementary, and Taylor Middle School. All our schools have an active PTA/PTO supporting school-based programs. Our Millbrae Education Foundation (MEF) is a parent-led organization providing support for music, physical education and STEAM education for all five of our schools. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and "...commit to a shared purpose that guarantees each student a strong academic foundation". Letter of Introduction Resume 2 Letters of Recommendation (within the past 18 months) Valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential - Physical Education EL Authorization (CTEL,CLAD, or equivalent)