Elementary School Physical Education Teacher – 2026–2027

Job overview

The Elementary School Physical Education Teacher role is onsite in Philadelphia, PA. The salary range is $60,000–$85,000+ per year for certified teachers; the posting also lists an uncertified range of $56,500–$79,000+. The teacher supports KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools, a network serving students in North and West Philadelphia with a mission to create joyful, academically excellent schools. The teacher plans and delivers engaging instruction, maintains a safe and inclusive learning environment, monitors student progress, and communicates with families. The role contributes to student growth and achievement while participating in grade-team collaboration and school-wide responsibilities.

What you'll do

• Create unit and daily lesson plans
• maintain a safe, organized, and focused learning environment
• use student work and data to adjust instruction
• provide accommodations and modifications
• maintain student records and communicate with families
• implement school policies and student culture systems
• participate in professional development and grade-team collaboration
• attend designated school functions and support school events and duties.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

physical education teacher

elementary school

physical education

student growth

lesson planning

classroom management

philadelphia pa

kipp philadelphia public schools

2026–2027

certified $60k–$85k+

uncertified $56.5k–$79k+

tuition reimbursement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health benefits including vision, dental, telehealth, and flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) matching
• financial advising
• uncertified-teacher tuition reimbursement up to $5,000
• coaching, workshops, and leadership development.

Why this role

The posting lists separate salary ranges by certification status and tuition reimbursement for uncertified teachers pursuing Pennsylvania-approved certification.

About the employer

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.