PE Teacher - Dexter Early Elementary Complex

2026/2027 School Year POSITION: Physical Education Teacher - 1.0 FTEINTERNAL POSTING DATE: April 28, 2026INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: May 4, 2026POSTING DEADLINE: May 22, 2026/ or until filledSUMMARY:We are looking for a full-time PE Teacher to join our team at the Dexter Early Elementary Complex. The ideal candidate should have a passion for teaching physical education to Young Five through 2nd grade students. The candidate should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be organized, and be able to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members.RESPONSIBILITIES:Teach physical education coursesDevelop and implement lesson plans and instructional materials that meet the needs of all studentsUse a variety of instructional strategies to engage students in learningAssess and evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback to students and parentsMaintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance, grades, and progressCommunicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and academic performance.Collaborate with other teachers and staff members to develop and implement school-wide initiatives and programsParticipate in professional development opportunities to improve teaching skills and stay current with best practices in physical educationResponsibility of employee to obtain and maintain all training(s), certificate(s), approval(s), etc., and provide documentation to the Human Resource office before the expiration date of said document(s) REQUIREMENTS:Must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with the appropriate grade level certification. Endorsement of (MB) Physical Education required, and endorsement of (MA) health, preferredTraining in First Aid, certification preferredKnowledge of current physical education standards and best practicesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff membersStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to use technology to enhance instruction and communication with students and parentsAbility to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student learning and successMust be willing and able to coachMETHOD OF APPLICATION:Internal candidates should send a letter of intent and an updated resume to Brooke Stidham at stidhamb@dexterschools.org and Barb Leonard at leonardb@dexterschools.org.External candidates should apply online.This position will be posted internally and externally at the same time.Applicants must be received by 4:00 PM on the deadline date.The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.