What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Physical Education Teacher position at Houston Elementary School?
Houston Elementary School is currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year for a physical education teacher. Applicant must have or be able to obtain appropriate Missouri certification. Coaching positions may be available. The position will remain open until filled. For more information contact Jody Jarrett at 417-967-3024 ext 2200 or email at jjarrett@houston.k12.mo.us
Job Description: Houston Elementary School seeks an experienced, enthusiastic physical education teacher for grades K-5. The candidate must be knowledgeable in physical education (PE degree preferred), successful in classroom management, well organized, energetic, flexible, open to constructive feedback and work within a supportive and team environment.
An individual who holds this position is required to:
- Embrace and work continually in support of the district mission of “Expecting for Excellence…Learning for All.”
- Provide instruction to students
- Create and implement a classroom disciplinary plan
- Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction
- Participate in building, grade level and subject area committees
- Actively participate and function well in a highly collaborative environment
- Adhere to district curriculum and state standards
- Implement effective formative and summative assessment practices
- Participate in professional development activities
- Prepare for and participate in scheduled events including orientations, parent-teacher conferences and open houses
- Maintain accurate student records including attendance, grades and discipline
- Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns
- Participate as a member of an IEP team, 504 team or other student assistance teams as requested
- Implement special educational plans such as 504 plans, individual educational programs and individual health plans
- Report suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination and harassments as directed by Board policy
- Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher
The Houston School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Salary : $40,000 - $60,825