Elementary PE Teacher - Traveling

Elementary PE Teacher (Grades PreK-2): Architect of Active Play

Location: Walnut Grove Elementary and DuchesneElementary

Status: 10-Month Academic Calendar Certified Staff Exempt

The Opportunity: Building the Foundation of Wellness

In Ferguson-Florissant, we believe that a healthy body fuels a healthy mind. We are seeking a high-energy, mobile, and creative Elementary PE Teacher to lead our youngest scholars (PreK–2nd Grade) in the discovery of movement. You aren’t just "running gym class"; you are teaching children how to coordinate their bodies, work as a team, and develop a lifelong love for physical activity.

As a traveling teacher, you bring a fresh burst of energy to each site you visit, ensuring that our "New Chapter" includes a robust focus on physical health for every student, regardless of their building. If you are ready to turn the playground or gym into a laboratory of movement, your next chapter starts here.

Role Summary

The Traveling Elementary PE Teacher is responsible for delivering a developmentally appropriate physical education curriculum across multiple primary school sites. You will focus on fundamental movement skills, rhythmic activities, and social-emotional growth through play. This role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to adapt to different spaces and school cultures while maintaining a consistent, high-quality program for our littlest athletes.

Why You’ll Succeed (Qualifications)

• Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in K-12 Physical Education.
• Early Childhood Expert: You have a deep understanding of gross motor development for children ages 4–8.
• Master of Engagement: You know how to keep a class of 1st graders focused, moving, and safe through positive reinforcement and structured play.
• Adaptable & Mobile: You possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between school sites, with the ability to "set up shop" and be effective in various environments.
• Safety Mindset: Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) and a commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for students of all physical abilities.

Your Impact (Key Duties)

• Instructional Energy: Design and lead lessons that focus on locomotor skills (running, hopping, skipping) and non-locomotor skills (balancing, stretching).
• Social-Emotional Coaching: Use PE as a venue to teach sharing, following directions, and "good sportsmanship" at an introductory level.
• Inclusive Activity: Adapt games and activities to ensure students with diverse physical needs and developmental levels can participate fully and successfully.
• Health Integration: Briefly introduce foundational concepts of nutrition, heart health, and how the body works in a way that is accessible to K-2 learners.
• Site Collaboration: Work closely with classroom teachers and building principals at each site to coordinate schedules and support school-wide wellness initiatives.
• Equipment Stewardship: Manage and transport mobile PE equipment, ensuring it is used safely and stored properly at each location.

Your Leadership Partners

• Primary Support: Building Principals (at assigned sites)

The Logistics of Your Success

• Classification: Certified Staff 10-Month Academic Calendar (187 Days).
• Travel: Regular travel between primary school sites is required (mileage reimbursement provided per district policy).
• Work Year: Standard teacher contract with summers and school breaks off.
• Salary: Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule (commensurate with experience and degree).

The FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support

We don't just hire PE teachers; we invest in the movement experts who energize our schools.

• Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to our Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic for your wellness.
• Time to Recharge & Recover: Enjoy 10 designated sick days and 3 personal days annually to keep your energy levels peak.
• Future Security: Participation in the PSRS retirement system and district-provided Life Insurance.
• Professional Community: Access to a district-wide team of PE professionals for collaboration and shared resources.

About Our Schools

The Ferguson-Florissant School District is fiercely committed to the "New Chapter" of holistic student development. We know that active children are better learners. Join us in bringing the joy of movement to our 10,000 scholars.

Hiring Timeline

• Application Deadline: April 8, 2026

Ready to get our scholars moving toward a brighter future? Join our fantastic team today!

Salary : $43,000 - $71,946